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Community 27 Jan 2026

Waiheke board supports community and environmental projects in latest grant round

The Waiheke Local Board has allocated funding to a range of local and environmental projects through its Local and Environmental Grant Round, supporting initiatives that benefit the island’s community and environment.

Community 22 Jan 2026

Making moves with Local Grants

The Māngere-Ōtāhuhu Local Board is inviting community groups, organisations, and individuals to apply for the Board’s Local Grant round two, open from 12 January to 20 February 2026, for projects starting after 1 May 2026.

Whanau friendly 22 Jan 2026

5 top things to do in Rodney

Explore Rodney’s free events, youth programmes, arts, parks, and beaches — all supported by Rodney Local Board for affordable summer fun.

Community 22 Jan 2026

5 top things to do in Hibiscus and Bays

Enjoy affordable summer fun in Hibiscus and Bays with beach days, outdoor adventures, creative workshops and festivals; all backed by the Hibiscus and Bays Local Board.

21 Jan 2026

Your free summer fun starts here in Waitākere Ranges

Summer is officially calling, and it's time to get your fun sorted! Thanks to support and funding from Waitākere Ranges Local Board, a fantastic line-up of free activities and community events is ready for you and your whānau!

Community 20 Jan 2026

Free summer swimming makes a splash in Whau

Whau locals are being invited to cool off for free this summer, thanks to a community swimming initiative delivered in partnership with local schools and Whau Local Board.

Community 19 Jan 2026

4 ways to come out and play, the local summer way

Whether it’s adventure, fun, or just a reason to enjoy the outdoors, all these activities or spaces are supported or funded by the Māngere-Ōtāhuhu Local Board, so you can make the most of summer the local way!

Community 19 Jan 2026

Make the most and soak up summer: you don’t have to go far to have a good time

With free events, local talent, and some of the best play spaces, funded and supported by Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board, now is the perfect time to get out, explore, and make the most of summer.

Events

14 Aug 2026 - 04 Dec 2026

Wriggle and Rhyme - Titirangi

Join us for a fun music and movement program that supports and promotes brain development for bab...

14 Aug 2026 - 11 Dec 2026

Drawzy drop-in

Join Armani from Drawzy Online for a relaxed after-school hangout featuring gaming, creative acti...

10 Aug 2026 - 14 Dec 2026

Badminton

Whether you're new to badminton or have played before, it's a great opportunity to have fun, stay...

07 Aug 2026 - 11 Sep 2026

Introduction to flowering chinoiserie painting

Come and learn the centuries-old art of Flowering Chinoiserie painting, a European decorative sty...

07 Aug 2026 - 11 Dec 2026

English Conversation Club - Te Manawa

Build your confidence and practice speaking English in a friendly, relaxed environment and make n...

07 Aug 2026 - 25 Jun 2027

Drop-in drawing

Join us every Friday lunchtime for an open drawing class with a life model.

31 Jul 2026 - 04 Dec 2026

LEGO play

Relax after school and play with our LEGO, bring a friend and create together!

31 Jul 2026 - 28 Jul 2028

Unplugged Gaming Club

An afternoon of fun and interesting board games at Waiheke Library for rangatahi aged 13-24.