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Dogs 21 Mar 2019

Local board supporting dog safety training for children

Ōrākei Local Board says education for children and young people is key to avoiding preventable dog bites.

Community 14 Mar 2019

Why do we fly kites at Matariki?

Join in this Māori tradition at the three Manu Aute Kite Day events this Sunday.

Arts 8 Mar 2019

Art trail and exhibition opens in St Heliers this week

Ōrākei Local Board is supporting businesses and the arts to thrive in St Heliers.

Environment 5 Mar 2019

Remuera tree with Dutch elm disease to be removed

An elm tree on Benson Road in Remuera will be removed after being found to have Dutch elm disease.

Heritage 4 Mar 2019

Historic church windows get new life thanks to heritage grant

Grand stained-glass windows to let the light shine for another 100 years thanks to heritage programme grant.

Environment 28 Feb 2019

Water testing shows Ōrākei Basin safe for people and dogs

Water at Ōrākei Basin has been given the all clear following testing for toxins undertaken last week.

Beaches 26 Feb 2019

Businesses pitch in to clean up Ōrākei beaches

A plastic-free project is taking off in the Ōrākei local board area supported by local businesses and residents.

Community 21 Feb 2019

Older adults supported with workshops in Ōrākei

Ōrākei Local Board is helping to arm seniors with key skills around technology, home ownership and driving.

Events

04 Apr 2026 - 19 Apr 2026

Easter Egg Hunt this School Holidays at Highwic and Alberton

The Easter Bunny has been busy at the Heritage New Zealand properties Highwic and Alberton, plann...

31 Mar 2026 - 17 Apr 2026

St Heliers Library April School Holiday Programme

Get your kids building, crafting, and growing this school holidays at St Heliers Library and Tāma...

15 Mar 2026 - 27 Dec 2026

Crochet Group

Crochet, chat and make friends! Bring your own project or make something new with provided patter...

07 Apr 2026 - 16 Apr 2026

Junior Ranger Explorer Walk

Explore, learn and discover the wonders of our fascinating park environments.

07 Apr 2026 - 17 Apr 2026

April School Holiday Programme

Visit us to participate in a collection of school holiday activities for the whole whānau.

09 Apr 2026 - 17 Dec 2026

Microgreens workshop for kids

A fun, hands-on microgreens workshop for kids and their caregivers.

22 Jan 2026 - 10 Dec 2026

Scrabble Club

Come along, meet others and play a good game!

15 Mar 2026 - 19 Apr 2026

Barefoot Bowls Afternoons

Looking for somewhere to chill out on a stunning Sunday afternoon? Barefoot Bowls with music and...