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Community 20 Apr 2022

Local projects a highlight of Puketāpapa Community Forum

Key local projects and how they benefit the community were the main talking points at Puketāpapa Local Board’s Community Forum for April.

Community 14 Apr 2022

Community at the heart of Albany Hub

Pokapū ā-Hapori o Ōkahukura / Albany Community Hub is finally in community hands and is being managed by Harbour Sport.

Environment 14 Apr 2022

Update on Ōrewa’s coastal defences

Each area of the Ōrewa coastline faces its own challenges and the council’s response to managing these challenges will be tailored to suit.

Community 14 Apr 2022

New facilities on the way for Wellsford and Omaha

Work is underway on Wellsford’s brand-new toilet facility located in the heart of the town ideally situated for locals or visitors travelling north. While at Omaha Beach, a new toilet and changing facility will replace the toilets underneath the s...

Community 13 Apr 2022

Manurewa CCTV network to be expanded

Manurewa's CCTV network is to be expanded to cover a wider area of the town and its streets and carparks.

Cycling 13 Apr 2022

Celebrating five years of the New Lynn bike hub

It has been five years since the trailblazing opening of the very first EcoMatters bike hub in New Lynn, a project supported by Whau Local Board, with no signs of the hub slowing down.

Plans / Projects 13 Apr 2022

Boost for lighting improvements in Henderson

Plans to improve the lighting in Henderson Town Centre have received a boost following the allocation of $30,000 for an assessment to be undertaken and an implementation plan to improve the lighting in the area.

Arts 13 Apr 2022

Dream comes true as Kākano Art Gallery opens in the heart of Henderson

The opening of Kākano Art Gallery in Henderson Town Centre is a dream come true and a culmination of years of work.

Events

19 Jun 2025 - 30 Jun 2026

Low sensory hour

Dimmed lights on the ground floor with quiet voices and limited noise throughout the library.

29 May 2026

Meditation by the sea

A meditative sunrise concert, inspired by the traditions of Indian classical music and its connec...

29 May 2026

Self-portrait drawing

In this 2-hour workshop, participants will enjoy the calm and creative process of moving their ha...

29 May 2026 - 31 May 2026

Auckland Festival of Photography: Talking Culture

A selection of presentations by esteemed international photography experts, as part of the Auckla...

29 May 2026 - 14 Jun 2026

Auckland Festival of Photography

NZ's premium international photographic festival, providing artistic expression and engagement wi...

29 May 2026 - 21 Jun 2026

Photography exhibition: Heritage in the City

From the picturesque Keeper’s Cottage at Albert Park to hidden details at Britomart, come and enj...

29 May 2026 - 27 Jun 2026

Organic gardening sessions

Get involved with myriad seasonal organic gardening activities.

29 May 2026 - 28 Aug 2026

Financial Literacy Programme

Come along for a free whānau friendly financial literacy programme.