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Playgrounds 7 May 2026

Fresh play space at Raewyn Reserve

Raewyn Reserve playground in Pakūranga has been given a new lease on life, transforming into a safe, welcoming space for local families to enjoy - thanks to the Howick Local Board.

Community news 6 May 2026

Onehunga sports memberships surge with local board funding

The Te Papapa Onehunga Rugby & Sports Club is seeing super-strong membership growth.

Community news 6 May 2026

Albert-Eden provides key $300,000 investment into Pt Chevalier marae

Point Chevalier’s Te Māhurehure Marae will receive a $300,000 investment for construction of its new Wāhi Mahi studios. 

Community news 5 May 2026

Beachlands Community Hub takes shape

The refreshed space will support connection, creativity and everyday use – featuring flexible areas to work, meet, create and recreate.

4 May 2026

Five ways Franklin cares for its flora and fauna

A total of $900,000 was allocated to protect Franklin's natural environment in 2025/2026.

Community 30 Apr 2026

Walter Massey Park: a win for sport and community

Walter Massey Park in Māngere, has been transformed into a top-tier community sporting hub - made possible by the Māngere-Ōtāhuhu Local Board, Auckland Council, and the Māngere East Hawks Special Projects Team.

Community news 29 Apr 2026

Devonport–Takapuna Local Board declines Statue of Peace proposal for Barry’s Point Reserve

The Devonport–Takapuna Local Board has resolved to decline an application from the Korean Garden Trust to install a Statue of Peace at Barry’s Point Reserve in Takapuna.

Community news 29 Apr 2026

Fitness equipment on the move at Huapai Domain

Have your say on upgrading outdoor fitness equipment at Huapai Recreation Reserve.

Events

01 Sep 2025 - 31 Aug 2026

The Lightship

In a time marked by cost-of-living pressures and mental health concerns, The Lightship offers an...

15 Aug 2025 - 21 Aug 2026

Friday Night Board Games

Join us at Central Library for board games, fun, and friendly competition!

06 Aug 2025 - 20 Dec 2026

Sandringham Community Playgroup

Stay for as little or as long as you like, on whichever days you prefer.

02 Sep 2024 - 30 Sep 2027

Climate Action Trail

The Climate Action Trail at Auckland’s Botanic Gardens is the perfect adventure!

20 Apr 2024 - 07 Jun 2026

Taimoana | Coastlines: Art in Aotearoa

Taimoana | Coastlines explores the art of Aotearoa New Zealand, locating it within Te Moana-nui-a...

23 May 2026

Acoustique Guitar Trio performance

Come along for a Saturday afternoon of contemporary classical tunes, ranging from upbeat to gentl...

23 May 2026

Auckland Voices: Tracing the history of the New Zealand accent

A talk investigating where the New Zealand accent came from and why it sounds the way it does today.

23 May 2026

Gelli print workshop

You'll learn the basics of the magical medium of the gel plate, exploring layering, collage and t...