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Environment 11 Apr 2022

An end to dumping at Van Dammes

Steps are being taken to stop illegal dumping at Van Dammes Lagoon in Mount Wellington.

Transport 8 Apr 2022

Safer roads goal for Puketāpapa

Puketāpapa Local Board wants local roads to become safer, and dropping speeds on residential streets is an essential part of that effort.

Community 7 Apr 2022

New drinking fountains at local parks

Drinking water daily is a healthy choice all of us can make, and now it’s become an option everyone can enjoy at five parks in the Puketāpapa Local Board area.

Transport 6 Apr 2022

Papakura road safety concerns go to AT

Help is on the way for pedestrians who say they risk their safety along Settlement Drive in Papakura every time they walk in the area.

Plans / Projects 6 Apr 2022

Manukau Sports Bowl upgrade: Have your say

An upgraded Manukau Sports Bowl with exciting new features is coming your way, and Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board wants your input on what to choose.

Community 6 Apr 2022

Weed amnesty a must for Waiheke

Waiheke is a network of reserves and treasured greenspaces, but the threat from invasive plant species is constant and the community is being called on to help.

Development 5 Apr 2022

Construction of Takapuna’s new town square is underway

On Thursday 20 January, Eke Panuku Development Auckland invited mana whenua to lead a ceremony with partners to commence construction of Waiwharariki Anzac Square, the new town square coming to Takapuna.

Environment 5 Apr 2022

Plan being developed to guide management of coastal hazards at Little Shoal Bay

Your input wanted on plan to guide management of coastal hazards at Wai Manawa / Little Shoal Bay Reserve.

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!