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Community 2 Mar 2023

Councillor says community must make its voice heard on proposed Annual Budget

Councillor Lotu Fuli says the power of community was illustrated during the recent storms.

Community 2 Mar 2023

Rangatahi takes on Tuia role

Jordan-Caisley Pihema has been selected as Papakura Local Board’s Tuia representative in 2023.

Community 2 Mar 2023

Pasifika honours celebrated

The large number of Pasifika people included in the New Years Honours recognises their community commitment.

Community 28 Feb 2023

South's councillors urge public to speak up

Councillors from across the south are urging residents to make their voices heard on the city’s proposed Annual Budget, open for consultation from noon on 28 February to 11pm on 28 March.

Community 28 Feb 2023

Bucklands Beach locals lay out safety issues

Bucklands Beach locals have laid out their concerns about traffic safety in their area to Auckland Transport and Howick Local Board.

Community 28 Feb 2023

Budget moved to community grants

Money allocated to the Lantern Festival, cancelled in the storms, has been made available to community groups.

Community 28 Feb 2023

Cyclone linen drive took on life of its own

When the call went out during Cyclone Gabrielle for linen, Papakura Local Board acting chair Jan Robinson swung into action.

Community 28 Feb 2023

Grants for all ages

Ōrākei Local Grants applications close 17 March, here are some examples of previous successful projects.

Events

24 Jun 2026

All That Glitters: The Gala Night

Come and experience the opening of the Auckland Live Cabaret Festival - your perfect sneak peek i...

24 Jun 2026

Author talk: Anna Woods

Award-winning local writer Anna Woods discusses her debut novel, LIT.

24 Jun 2026

Meet Hibiscus and Bays Local Board members

Drop in for a kōrero chat and hear what’s coming up for our community in the Local Board Plan.

24 Jun 2026 - 27 Jun 2026

The Piano Bar

This afterhours playground brings cabaret stars and audiences together in a joyful free-for-all.

24 Jun 2026 - 28 Jun 2026

Champagne Lounge

Raise a glass, feel the vibe and let cabaret’s finest musicians surprise you with pop-up jazz per...

24 Jun 2026 - 28 Jun 2026

Cheeky Cabaret

A genre-bending night out that fuses circus, vaudeville, comedy and new burlesque into one delici...

24 Jun 2026 - 04 Jul 2026

Foyer Follies

Catch a glimpse of the future with our resident Tarot and Palm Readers, bringing a touch of other...

24 Jun 2026 - 12 Jul 2026

Doc Edge Festival 2026

The Oscar®-qualifying Doc Edge Festival marks its 21st year with a bold opening slate of 16 films.