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Community 10 Dec 2025

Powering up with sunshine in Claris

Claris Club and Conference Centre are now powered by solar thanks to grant funding from the local board.

City Centre Waterfront 10 Dec 2025

Queen Street becomes a magical pathway of festive light

Kids can phone an elf, shine selfie pics on the sun, make a seagull squawk, witness Santa’s workshop and more. Don’t miss 2025’s new promenade of festive fun. 

Beaches 8 Dec 2025

Top three southern seaside escapes

Discover our top three picks for a fuss-free family outing at these local treasures looked after and maintained for you by Franklin Local Board and Auckland Council. BYO sun, blue skies, togs and picnic.  

Entertainment 8 Dec 2025

Four sensational summer events in Manurewa

Manurewa Local Board and Auckland Council are all over it with FREE whānau-friendly events - check out these local faves coming your way

Whanau friendly 7 Dec 2025

Top free summer experiences in Whau

We’ve rounded up five must-do, free activities across Whau to make this your best summer ever. 

Community 3 Dec 2025

Inside the park upgrade that’s transforming Barry Curtis Park

Think of the Wetlands Building as your upgraded basecamp — $1.3M later, it’s got improved restrooms, better shelter, and more spots to relax, picnic, and BBQ.

Community 3 Dec 2025

Councillor Mike Lee awarded the John Dunmore Medal

Councillor Mike Lee was recently awarded the John Dunmore Medal for his contributions to the natural history of New Zealand.

Community 2 Dec 2025

Mamma Mia: Mt Albert Library celebrates five decades

Mt Albert celebrates 50 years of operating in the community.

Events

21 May 2026 - 18 Jun 2026

Letters Home

This exhibition explores the quiet, intimate act of writing letters to the people we love.

20 May 2026 - 23 May 2026

Fuq Boiz: The Greatest Showboiz

The most epic, unhinged and gloriously silly live comedy hour.

20 May 2026 - 24 May 2026

Kākano Youth Arts Collective: Run It Back

A range of artworks exploring creativity, identity, storytelling and the experiences of our young...

20 May 2026 - 18 Jun 2026

Tōfā Mamao

The work examines the tension between demanding cultural traditions, which often consume the imme...

19 May 2026 - 23 May 2026

Everybody Knows

Laser Kiwi will make you laugh, gasp and maybe even agree on something for once.

18 May 2026 - 24 May 2026

Green Prescription Trail

Botanic Gardens Week 2026 celebrates the health and wellbeing benefits of botanic gardens.

15 May 2026 - 19 Jun 2026

Childrens Art Classes

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

15 May 2026 - 03 Jul 2026

Fun Fridays - Mt Albert

A fun after school activity for primary school aged children.