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Community 16 Mar 2023

Aotea community's feedback needed

Aotea / Great Barrier residents from the southwest of the island are being urged to attend a community barbecue in the park to discuss Auckland Council’s proposed Annual Budget and plans to address a $295 million budget gap, including cuts to oper...

Environment 16 Mar 2023

Strains on drains in the rains

Failings in the rural stormwater networks during Cyclone Gabrielle and earlier flooding added to the impact on Franklin’s road network, Auckland Transport has been told.

Community 16 Mar 2023

Chill Zone at Come Fly a Kite makes event more welcoming to all kids

If your child feels overwhelmed by big crowds or loud noises, don't let it stop you from bringing them to the popular annual Come Fly a Kite event in Te Atatu Peninsula.

Community 14 Mar 2023

Local grants help make a difference

Local grants are provided to help groups achieve objectives that align with the local board’s plans and overall aims for its community.

Environment 14 Mar 2023

Aucklanders reminded to keep waterways on private property maintained

More than 80 per cent of the waterways in Auckland flow through private property and must be maintained by the landowner.

Sports / Leisure 13 Mar 2023

Money found to improve softball facilities

Money has been added to the budget to improve softball facilities at Colin Lawrie Reserve.

Community 13 Mar 2023

Agencies work to rehome flood-hit families

Auckland Council and Māngere-Ōtāhuhu Local Board staff are working alongside Kāinga Ora - the largest housing owner in the area - to meet the needs of families hit by flooding.

9 Mar 2023

What are your favourite activities in the Waitematā area?

It's time to tell us what you value in your local area in the Annual Budget consultation.

Events

10 Oct 2026

Children’s games of pioneer families

A children's fun day!

10 Oct 2026

CookBookery with Te Radar

Te Radar's show is a hilarious and heartwarming celebration of the beloved and bizarre cookbooks...

10 Oct 2026

Fruit growers at rest

On this one-hour guided walk through the Glenfield-Birkenhead cemetery, Matt Elliott brings the h...

10 Oct 2026

He Hākari Kōrero: A Feast of Stories

Participants are invited to experience a free one-hour kōrero where heritage is something to be f...

10 Oct 2026

Highwic Spring Workshop Series: How to grow a fabulous flower garden

Join us for a unique and very special opportunity to learn from a master gardener.

10 Oct 2026

Journey through Auckland's heritage

Jump onboard for a community bus trip that travels through the complex heritage of Tāmaki Makaura...

10 Oct 2026

Kiekie preparation for weavers

Join us for a full day harvest and preparation of kiekie for weaving workshop.

10 Oct 2026

Making Life Easier: Home Appliances

Join historian Phil Sai-Louie to discover the changes domestic electricity brought to lives of Au...