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Community 3 Jun 2022

Celebrating Matariki in Balmoral

Local celebrations in Albert-Eden bring a unique opportunity to learn more about Matariki.

2 Jun 2022

Christmas cheer to Franklin grants

Christmas events have received Franklin Local board funding.

Environment 1 Jun 2022

Nominations open for 2022 local environmental awards

Nominations are now open for the biennial Love Your Place Awards.

Transport 1 Jun 2022

Franklin calls for one speed approach

Franklin Local Board says proposed speed restrictions would be easier to implement and enforce if roads were restricted to one speed. one

31 May 2022

Drury stations get te reo names

Three stations on the developing Papakura-Pukekohe railway line have been given te reo names.

Plans / Projects 31 May 2022

Meadowood House gets a makeover

Meadowood Community House has had a makeover, with warm and inviting spaces now available for community groups.

Community 27 May 2022

Creative Humans shine in the community

A new art programme is set to bring art to communities - from beaches to town centres

Events

04 Jul 2026

He waiata mā Waitā — A song for Waitā

Join Hinekoia Tomlinson from Waiata Mai Vocal Coaching for a fun, inclusive waiata session for th...

04 Jul 2026

Howick Village Eco-Day

Bring the family along to meet and interact with live animals and bugs, with Hands on Creatures.

04 Jul 2026

Matariki planting - Waitahurangi Awa

Come along for a community planting along the Waitahurangi Awa at Te Kōtuitanga (Olympic Park), N...

03 May 2026 - 13 Sep 2026

Community Classics: At the Movies

Gather the whānau together for an uplifting afternoon of music for everyone.

05 Jul 2026

Make a Matariki star

Come together this Matariki to weave your own harakeke (flax) star and celebrate the season with...

07 Jul 2026 - 09 Jul 2026

Matariki Storytime

A great opportunity to encourage an interest in books, while building language and literacy skills.

08 Jul 2026

Rōreka workshop - Matariki session

A community-led workshop celebrating te reo Māori and waiata.

09 Jul 2026

Poi making

Join Parnell Library to celebrate Matariki during the school holidays by making poi!