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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

17 Jan 2026 - 21 Nov 2026

Death Cafe

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

21 Sep 2026 - 28 Sep 2026

Mid-Autumn Festival Celebration

Come celebrate Mid-Autumn Festival at Pakuranga Library! Sunday 20 September, 2pm - 3pm: Paint an...

20 Sep 2026

Introduction to Transcendental Meditation

Discover a simple, effortless approach to reducing stress and improving your quality of life.

20 Sep 2026

LIVE Day: Communications

Come along to MOTAT for live entertainment, food and endless activities!

20 Sep 2026

Mid-Autumn Moon Festival

Experience the rich cultural traditions of China, Korea and Vietnam through festival games and la...

20 Sep 2026

Rhythm and Repose

Vincent brings to the podium his broad experience with top New Zealand ensembles including NZSO,...

20 Sep 2026

Spring harvest: Eat well, feel great

Explore simple, practical ways to bring more plant-based meals into your life.

20 Sep 2026

Te Wiki o Te Reo Māori: Kapu tī and Kōrero

Practice speaking Te Reo Māori with other learners over some light kai and refreshments in our we...