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Community 24 Nov 2022

Waiuku Mudlarks ask for help to stop good work going to waste

Presenting a petition to Franklin Local Board, group members Tony Ogilvie and Paul Stewart appealed for help to combat “rampant reinfestation” of mangroves in the area.

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...

Events

13 Sep 2026

Stihl Shop Browns Bay Boys Toys 2026

Don't miss this free community celebration of horsepower, craftsmanship, hobbies and all things '...

13 Sep 2026

Te wiki o te reo Māori: Te Tūhononga ki Rāwhiti Kapa Haka

Learn waiata or try a little kapa haka in an hour-long open session.

13 Sep 2026

The stories that made us: Finding your voice through storytelling

This is a welcoming, interactive workshop that explores personal storytelling, creativity and sel...

13 Sep 2026

Ukulele for adults

Join our relaxed and friendly beginner's session designed especially for adults.

13 Sep 2026

Ukulele workshop for adults

Learn basic chords, simple strumming techniques and play easy songs in a supportive group environ...

30 Aug 2026 - 27 Sep 2026

Women on wheels

A welcoming programme for all women, designed to help you gain confidence riding a bike in a rela...

09 Aug 2026 - 13 Dec 2026

The Sunday Shift

A new monthly excuse to finally fix the things you've been meaning to fix.

14 Jun 2026 - 08 Nov 2026

Death Cafe - Warkworth

Come along for a group-directed, confidential discussion about death with no agenda in a relaxed...