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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

09 Oct 2026

Epsom Heritage Walk: Lava, Homes & History

On this guided architectural walk, you'll appreciate Epsom’s distinctive character.

09 Oct 2026

Franklin Positive Ageing Expo

Come along to discover local services and activities, meet new people and enjoy live stage perfor...

09 Oct 2026

Hands-on Ecology series: Taonga Tuku Iho

Join us in learning te ao Māori approach to restoration!

09 Oct 2026 - 11 Oct 2026

Auckland Family History Expo 2026

Discover your roots and connect with an enthusiastic genealogy community.

09 Oct 2026 - 18 Oct 2026

Tōrua

An immersive contemporary dance journey that transforms the city into a living stage.

10 Oct 2026

Auckland’s vegan roots: Cooking workshop

Come join our chefs and rediscover the joy of compassionate, mindful eating with recipes from the...

10 Oct 2026

Author Talk: Robyn Pearce

Discover true pre-Civil War American history with a quirky Kiwi time-travelling twist.

10 Oct 2026

Brass bites: Food-themed concert

All three North Shore Brass Academy Bands bring their young talent to entertain with soloists and...