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Environment 14 Dec 2022

A natural solution to weed control

A selection of local parks across Auckland were included in a three-month trial with Auckland Council maintenance contractors working to determine the value of vinegar as a natural, more environmentally friendly weed control option.

Youth / Rangatahi 9 Dec 2022

Rangatahi sought to join Tuia project

Auckland's five southern local boards are offering rangatahi the chance to join the Tuia mentoring programme.

Community 9 Dec 2022

Celebrating 10 years of Kelston Community Hub

Locals gathered at the Kelston Community Hub in December to celebrate 10 years since the hub opened.

Community 8 Dec 2022

Papakura Marae to expand services

Papakura Marae has been granted landowner approval to expand on to Te Koiwi.

Community 7 Dec 2022

Rangatahi celebrated at the Whau Youth Awards

Sixteen remarkable rangatahi from Whau were recognised for their uplifting mahi at the recent Whau Youth Awards.

Plans / Projects 6 Dec 2022

Reimagining Tāmaki’s waterfront

Ōrākei Local Board has outlined the next steps for refreshing a popular area of Tāmaki Drive, in a bid to better cater for the increasing community use of the harbour.

Playgrounds 5 Dec 2022

Skaters delighted with upgrade at Te Pai Park

Skaters will enjoy a refurbished facility at the Te Pai Park thanks to the work being carried out this summer funded by Henderson-Massey Local Board.

Community 5 Dec 2022

South's local boards unite on Māori journey

Auckland's five southern boards have come together to gain a better understanding of issues facing Māori within their areas.

Events

11 Sep 2026

Civic Literacy - 2026 General Elections

Have all your questions about enrolling and voting answered. You can get your enrolment details c...

11 Sep 2026

Everyday digital confidence: Master your smartphone

Become more confident in your digital skills at Mt Albert Library.

11 Sep 2026

Give it a go: BrainCharge's you're the band!

Play along to iconic songs as we create our very own rock and roll orchestra!

11 Sep 2026

Give it a go: Finger knitting

Celebrate Adult Learners' Week by learning something new!

11 Sep 2026

Ikebana and potteries flower arrangement workshop

Come along to this fun workshop as part of Adult Learners’ Week.

11 Sep 2026

Ko tooku reo, Ko tooku ohooho!

Join us for a fun, hands-on learning experience!

11 Sep 2026

New Zealand Sign Language taster session

Attendees will learn basic communication skills like fingerspelling, greetings, numbers, and usef...

11 Sep 2026

Pests in your backyard - plants and animals

Learn about the pest plants and animals effecting your backyard in this workshop from Upper Waite...