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Environment 12 Apr 2023

Local groups pitch in to preserve Whau’s native habitat

Friends of Kurt Brehmer Walkway, a local conservation group, is an example of achieving positive outcomes through protecting and restoring native wildlife and plants.

Community 12 Apr 2023

West Auckland festivals get funding

West Auckland performing arts venues have been awarded funding for their annual festivals through Auckland Council’s Regional Event Grants Programme.

Community 12 Apr 2023

Money found for Franklin facilities

More money has been allocated to toilet renewals across Franklin.

Community 6 Apr 2023

Calling all Papakura good sorts

Nominations for Papakura Local Board's community volunteer awards are now open.

Climate action 4 Apr 2023

Local board takes action against climate change

Maungakiekie-Tāmaki Local Board adopts action plan, setting a pathway for its community to adapt to impacts of climate change.

Community 3 Apr 2023

Ride share a hit but more parking sought

Papakura Local Board continues to push for a better park and ride facility in the town.

Heritage 3 Apr 2023

Museum to acquire historic weathervane from CAC Shot Tower

Tāmaki Paenga Hira / Auckland War Memorial Museum is acquiring the weathervane from Auckland’s last Colonial Ammunition Company Shot Tower.

Community 3 Apr 2023

Tāmaki Makaurau’s first Play Festival embraces Māori culture

This Saturday sees the city’s inaugural Play Festival take place in Tuna Mau (Western Park), Freemans Bay

Events

10 Sep 2026

He Tangata Mātauranga Online Safety

An informative talk on scams, spotting phone scams and dementia friendly banking.  

10 Sep 2026

Introduction to Deaf Culture and NZSL Session

Come along and discover New Zealand Sign Language (NZSL) and the rich culture of Aotearoa's Deaf...

10 Sep 2026

Memoir and life-writing circle

Join us and help launch an ongoing monthly writing circle.

10 Sep 2026

Notes on Tāmaki: Kuini Sheba

Enjoy a performance by Kuini Sheba, a reggae/hip-hop/R&B artist from Central Auckland.

10 Sep 2026

Piringatahi: Around the world in 60 minutes

From Antarctica to Cuba and Egypt to Japan - join Auckland Libraries Heritage Collections’ staff...

10 Sep 2026

Te Kawerau ā Maki Cultural Induction

Come and learn about Te Kawerau ā Maki, the mana whenua across Hikurangi West Auckland and Kaipāt...

13 Aug 2026 - 24 Sep 2026

LEGO Free Play - Te Atatū

Snap it, stack it and bring your ideas to life after school with fun challenges or your own creat...

13 Aug 2026 - 03 Dec 2026

Driver's licence training

We will help you work towards obtaining your learner licence or refresh your theoretical knowledge.