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Auckland's Future In Progress 6 May 2024

Airport goes hi-tech to protect harbour

Putting an airport on a harbour means protection measures have to be taken.

Community 29 Apr 2024

Introducing Albert-Eden Local Board's new chair

Kendyl Smith tags in as Albert-Eden Local Board’s new chair, while Margi Watson steps in as new deputy chair, as agreed at the start of the term.

19 Apr 2024

Play your part at Puketāpapa parks

In Puketāpapa there are a number of outstanding parks for the community to enjoy, and the local board is reminding park users to take care of these spaces so that everyone can enjoy them.

Community 20 Feb 2024

Roskill South Kindergarten unveils pou to mark 50 years

Local kindergarten commemorates 50 years with the construction of a meaningfully carved stand-alone pillar, marking an important moment and place, followed by a community-wide celebration.

Libraries 14 Feb 2024

Point Chevalier interim library delayed

Despite reaching agreement for a lease at a Great North Road site, council has been informed that the business leasing the location is currently under negotiation for sale, and no longer available for lease.

Beaches 10 Jan 2024

Harbour pollution seen up close

Manukau Harbour Forum chair Jon Turner has been out with Sea Cleaners to see contamination and pollution for himself.

Plans / Projects 14 Dec 2023

On the tools in Mt Roskill

Four major water infrastructure projects under construction in Mt Roskill and its nearby suburbs will play a major role in supporting the construction of over 12,000 homes. 

Community 5 Dec 2023

Consciously clothing community outfit outgrows its space

Koha Apparel provides clean and quality clothing for those in need, while focusing on the major challenge of diverting textile from landfill.

Events

17 Jan 2026 - 21 Nov 2026

Death Cafe

Join an open and welcoming environment to chat over tea and coffee.

20 Sep 2026

LIVE Day: Communications

Come along to MOTAT for live entertainment, food and endless activities!

20 Sep 2026

Te Wiki o Te Reo Māori: Kapu tī and Kōrero

Practice speaking Te Reo Māori with other learners over some light kai and refreshments in our we...

20 Sep 2026 - 20 Dec 2026

Maungawhau Market

A vibrant new Sunday destination where great food, local produce, creativity and community come t...

25 Sep 2026 - 27 Sep 2026

Auckland Moon Festival 2026

Celebrate the Auckland Moon Festival 2026, one of Auckland's largest multicultural celebrations o...

27 Feb 2026 - 27 Nov 2026

Scottish Ceilidh

Join us for an evening of fun, easy dancing and live music.

26 Sep 2026

Greenwoods Corner Spring Festival

A day of community, entertainment and springtime fun for all ages.

26 Sep 2026

Pakistani wedding traditions

Attendees will learn how women preserve cultural identity and oral heritage within migrant commun...