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Community 28 Feb 2023

Grants for all ages

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

Community 27 Feb 2023

Unsung heroes of Puketāpapa

Puketāpapa’s superheroes swung into swift action amid Auckland’s wild weather.

Community 27 Feb 2023

Wading through it together at Riverside

At the Riverside Community Centre shelter, local volunteers and council staff helped provide a safe space and assistance during the cyclone.

Elections 24 Feb 2023

Local board welcomes new member following by-election

Results from the Aotea/Great Barrier Local Board by-election confirm Laura Caine as the newest member elected to the board.

23 Feb 2023

Local grant helps charity glam up the guys

Fix Up Look Sharp is an Onehunga-based charity that provides free styling service for male-identified people looking to sharpen up their appearance for that all-important job interview or meeting.

Youth / Rangatahi 23 Feb 2023

Boards call for civics education in schools

Poor voter turnout at elections is a concern for local bodies in the south.

Community 21 Feb 2023

Report leaves board committed to greater understanding of Māori issues in Manurewa

A detailed report into Auckland Council’s outcomes for Māori has seen Manurewa Local Board call for a workshop to better understand the issues involved.

Community 20 Feb 2023

Rangatahi takes on Manurewa Tuia challenge

The Franklin, Manurewa, Papakura, Māngere-Ōtāhuhu and Ōtara-Papatoetoe boards are all offering rangatahi places in a programme which pairs local government members with young Māori to enhance their leadership skills.

Events

19 Sep 2026

Pounamu workshop - Te Wiki o Te Reo Māori

Pounamu whale tooth workshop Rei niho Paraoa or Rei Puta are pendants traditionally made from wha...

19 Sep 2026

Space out: Creative reset for adults

Listen to music or an e-book. Read, write, colour or just relax and take a breath!

19 Sep 2026

Tāmaki Untold: All Aboard Auckland

Join us as we celebrate the opening of the City Rail Link (CRL).

19 Sep 2026

Trio Korimato

Three internationally renowned musicians look forward to bringing their music to life as the Kori...

19 Sep 2026

Uku to pepeha for rangatahi

In this fun clay workshop you'll shape, carve and decorate a one-of-a-kind artwork that tells you...

19 Sep 2026 - 20 Sep 2026

Making mugs workshop

Enjoy a relaxed weekend learning how to make your own mugs!

19 Sep 2026 - 20 Sep 2026

Te wiki o te reo Māori hīkoi

Join us for a captivating walking tour highlighting significant Māori artworks that shape the cit...

19 Sep 2026 - 20 Sep 2026

Te wiki o te reo Māori tour of Ngā Taonga Tūturu: Treasured Māori Portraits

Grow your mātauranga Māori (Māori knowledge) on some of the tūpuna (ancestors) portrayed in Gottf...