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Environment news 15 Sep 2023

Pollution prevention in Puketāpapa

A local programme to prevent industrial pollution affecting the stormwater network was recently completed in the Mount Roskill area.

Community 15 Sep 2023

Bumps, bruises and beyond all in day's work

The Kawakawa Bay / Orere Health Clinic has celebrated its 40th anniversary.

Finance 14 Sep 2023

Multi-million dollar programmes benefit Upper Harbour residents

A total of $14.5 million will go towards Upper Harbour facilities, services and environmental activities this financial year.

Environment 14 Sep 2023

Sipping sustainability: Aotea / Great Barrier pioneers single-use cup revolution

Aotea/ Great Barrier is aiming to be the first place in New Zealand to eliminate single-use takeaway cups.

Community 14 Sep 2023

Plant swap stall helps you dig Parnell Festival of Roses

Green fingered plant enthusiasts will have the opportunity to grow their own collections at this year’s Parnell Festival of Roses, thanks to a unique stall.

City Centre Waterfront 14 Sep 2023

Midtown Street Party celebrates an area building character through renewal    

On Thursday 28 September the inaugural Midtown Street Party is coming to Elliott, Albert, Victoria, Wellesley, Darby and Queen Streets, and along the historic Strand Arcade - from 6pm to 9pm.

Development 14 Sep 2023

Work programme supports Waiheke wairua

More than $11 million could be spent on community programmes and projects across the motu in the coming years thanks to Waiheke’s local board.

Community 13 Sep 2023

Big score for Upper Harbour facilities from council grants

More than $5 million has been awarded to two Upper Harbour facilities from Auckland Council’s Sport and Recreation Facilities Investment Fund.

Events

17 Nov 2026

Dara O Briain Re: Creation

Guaranteed to be a very, very funny night!

17 Nov 2026

Festive wrapping - Adult workshop

Join the West Auckland Resource Centre for a creative session exploring zero-waste gift wrapping!

18 Nov 2026

Ribbon lei workshop

Join Niuean weaver Jessie Atutolu-Tulisi for a hands-on ribbon lei workshop.

18 Nov 2026 - 29 Nov 2026

All You Had Was Fun

A play about friendship, cycles and the roles we end up playing with the people who know us best.

19 Nov 2026

Biomaterial and textile waste lampshade workshop

Join artist and designer Hannah-Lee Jade for a hands-on lamp shade making workshop exploring text...

19 Nov 2026

Grieg’s Piano Concerto

Appearing in Australasia for the first time, Norwegian pianist Christian Ihle Hadland plays the e...

19 Nov 2026

Microgreens and sprouts workshop

An interactive Love Food Hate Waste workshop where you will discover the world of microgreens and...

20 Nov 2026

Hands On Ecology series: Takutai

Join us in learning te ao Māori approach to restoration!