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Youth / Rangatahi 23 Feb 2023

Boards call for civics education in schools

Poor voter turnout at elections is a concern for local bodies in the south.

Community 21 Feb 2023

Report leaves board committed to greater understanding of Māori issues in Manurewa

A detailed report into Auckland Council’s outcomes for Māori has seen Manurewa Local Board call for a workshop to better understand the issues involved.

Community 20 Feb 2023

Rangatahi takes on Manurewa Tuia challenge

The Franklin, Manurewa, Papakura, Māngere-Ōtāhuhu and Ōtara-Papatoetoe boards are all offering rangatahi places in a programme which pairs local government members with young Māori to enhance their leadership skills.

Council news 9 Feb 2023

An army of community volunteers mobilises in Auckland’s south

Hundreds of volunteers have come together to support residents in flood-damaged Māngere

Community 27 Jan 2023

Submissions open on Beachlands plan

A private plan change being sought around land in Beachlands could open the way for more than 3000 new dwellings.

Community 26 Jan 2023

Heritage grant for at risk St James

An Auckland Council heritage grant will help fund a much-needed conservation report for Ardmore's St James Church.

Cultural 25 Jan 2023

Multicultural celebrations are on again - Diversity Festival is back

One of Tāmaki Makaurau’s most iconic festivals is back. After a three-year break, Diversity Festival returns on Saturday 4 March to Hayman Park in Manukau.

Community 24 Jan 2023

Apply for an Upper Harbour grant

Community groups wanting to deliver projects and events in the Upper Harbour Local Board area have until 17 March to apply for funding.

Events

10 Apr 2026

He mana tō te kai

This programme supports whānau and communities to restore traditional food practices and shift ev...

10 Apr 2026

Learn Tī Rākau

Discover how tī rākau can connect you to te taiao, the natural world.

10 Apr 2026

Mai i Kurawaka

Mai i Kurawaka envisions a future where ikura is honoured as a sacred gift, not hidden, silenced,...

10 Apr 2026

Meet local author Jo Dreaver

Local author Jo Dreaver will join us to read her new book "Jester the cat", set in Muriwai and in...

10 Apr 2026

Puhinui Giveback Day

The Beautification Trust and Wiri Business Association have joined forces to bring you this speci...

10 Apr 2026 - 17 Apr 2026

Leys Institute Little Library's school holidays events

Enjoy fun times at these school holiday events.

10 Apr 2026 - 17 Apr 2026

Skill Samurai: Beginner Coding Workshop

Learn the basics in a fun, hands-on way.

20 Mar 2026 - 17 Apr 2026

Handmade Jewellery

Explore fundamental jewellery-making techniques while developing their own personal style.