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Community 29 Sep 2023

Te Reo Māori names tell tales of Kaipātiki

Nine parks and one outdoor classroom in Northcote will now carry te reo Māori names that reflect the area’s natural environment and cultural history.

Policies / Regulations 28 Sep 2023

Annual reports adopted

Annual reports detailing local board spending have been adopted across the south of the city.

Sustainability 28 Sep 2023

From waste textile to Henderson Christmas Festival signage

Recycled fabric billboards will be Henderson-Massey Local Board’s first choice for all future events and festivals as part of the local board’s commitment to reducing waste and highlighting sustainability.

Community 28 Sep 2023

Safety concerns lead to closure of stairs into McLeay Reserve

The stairs from Montressor Place and Haseler Crescent into McLeay Reserve in Howick, have been closed off because of significant health and safety issues.

City Centre Waterfront 28 Sep 2023

Targeted rate helps drive positive momentum for high-achieving city centre

New Zealand’s highest performing 4.3 square kilometres is seeing a return to form, with data showing growth in employment and GDP in Auckland’s city centre tracking faster than New Zealand as a whole.

Community 27 Sep 2023

Get squared away for the holidays in Takapuna

Takapuna’s newly revitalised Waiwharariki Anzac Square is about to come alive with a range of play activities for kids funded by the Devonport-Takapuna local board

25 Sep 2023

Moon Festival shines on Whau

Whau residents can enjoy a live harp performance, cultural dances, and cuisine from different Asian countries at the upcoming New Lynn Moon Festival night market.

Have your say 25 Sep 2023

Feedback final call: Mairangi Bay Reserves review

Residents have until Sunday 1 October to give their views on a variation to the 2015 Mairangi Bay Reserves Management Plan.

Events

22 Jan 2026 - 10 Dec 2026

Scrabble Club

Come along, meet others and play a good game!

22 Jan 2026 - 17 Dec 2026

English Class for Chinese speakers

Join English class for Chinese speakers aimed at beginners.

16 Jan 2026 - 29 Feb 2028

Free weekly yoga classes

Classes are beginner-friendly with progressions for regular practitioners.

08 Jan 2026 - 17 Dec 2026

Knitting Circle

Come and knit at Blockhouse Bay Library!

26 Oct 2025 - 22 Oct 2026

Read, snack, repeat - Teen Book Club

Come along to our Teen Book Club and you can enjoy free snacks, borrow the latest teen fiction &...

23 Oct 2026 - 27 Nov 2026

Children's Art Class

Join professional artist and experienced art teacher, Sue Mansour, for a series of after-school a...

16 Oct 2026 - 24 Oct 2026

Strings Under the Stars 2026

Experience the beauty of live chamber music and the mesmerising wonder of the night sky.

16 Oct 2026 - 29 Oct 2026

Festival of Frights: After Dark Guided Tour

Your guide brings true crime stories and ghostly tales from 1800s Auckland to life.