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Health / Wellbeing 21 Nov 2022

A hearty new addition to the island

Two lifesaving devices are arriving on Aotea / Great Barrier thanks to the Community Heart Care Project.

Community 21 Nov 2022

No.3 Roskill Theatre is tops

A little theatre group is quietly gaining momentum and a solid local following thanks to its original content and funding from Puketāpapa Local Board.

Community 18 Nov 2022

Manurewa residents connecting with the digital world

The ability to learn new skills is helping one group of senior residents connect with the digital world.

18 Nov 2022

Amplifying the voice of our tamariki

Glen Innes young people are raising their voices on issues that affect them.

Conservation 16 Nov 2022

Attracting shorebirds back to Tahuna Torea

A 3D printed pied stilt (poaka) decoy is being used to attract shorebirds.

Community 16 Nov 2022

Creativity brings hope to homeless communities

Dreams are being created and aspirations shaped in a concrete garage just off Karangahape Road in the central city.

Environment 15 Nov 2022

Science could help protect milk tree

Franklin Local Board has granted landowner approval for an Auckland University researcher to pick leaves and take samples from rare streblus banksii trees. The project is part of a thesis looking into the genetic and morphological diversity of th...

Plans / Projects 9 Nov 2022

Next steps for Puhinui / Warkworth Centre Plan

Warkworth residents are sharing views for a plan to ensure the town is well-designed and meets the needs of the whole community over time.

Events

02 May 2026 - 25 Jul 2026

Team Up 2 Clean Up

Help clean up your community as part of Earth Action Trust's anti-litter campaign.

18 Apr 2026 - 21 Nov 2026

Repair Café – Central City Library

Volunteer repairers are available to help fix clothing, electric household items and electronics.

21 Feb 2026 - 21 Nov 2026

Death Cafe

Enjoy a group-directed, confidential discussion about death with no agenda, objectives or themes.

21 Feb 2026 - 19 Dec 2026

Glen Eden Community Markets

Every third Saturday of the month the Glen Eden Community House comes alive with the sights, soun...

17 Jan 2026 - 21 Nov 2026

Death Cafe

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

21 Jun 2026

Auckland Youth Orchestra Concert

Auckland Youth Orchestra, conducted by Antun Poljanich, presents an exhilarating concert programme.

21 Jun 2026

Backyard Gains: Conservation in Action

Discover the mahi happening across our region to protect and restore native wildlife.

15 Mar 2026 - 20 Dec 2026

The Village Market Helensville Showgrounds

A lively and family friendly market that offers a variety of stalls, live music plus delicious fo...