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Arts 12 Nov 2021

Albert-Eden schools set for a whale of a time

Three local schools in Albert-Eden have been able to sign up to the Whale Tales public arts trail thanks to funding support from Albert-Eden Local Board. 

Sports / Leisure 11 Nov 2021

Panmure squash facilities back in form

The Panmure Squash and Rackets Club building has been renovated and renewed thanks to Maungakiekie-Tāmaki Local Board.

Transport 11 Nov 2021

Changes ahead for Papakura accident blackspot

Papakura Local Board chair Brent Catchpole says the Takanini School Road and Manuroa Road intersection has caused concern because of the number of accidents and near-misses, and the large numbers of children walking to and from the nearby school.

9 Nov 2021

Manurewa-Papakura urged to push on

The Counties-Manukau District Health Board has hit the Government’s 90 percent first COVID-19 vaccination dose target. Manurewa-Papakura Auckland Councillor Daniel Newman says that’s a huge milestone but work to get the area fully vaccinated must...

Youth / Rangatahi 8 Nov 2021

Franklin urged to keep up COVID-19 drive

Deputy Mayor and Franklin Ward Councillor Bill Cashmore says because of the area’s size, some rural communities found accessing vaccinations more difficult.

5 Nov 2021

Helping hand for Papakura community groups

Getting advice on how to cut down waste and create a better environmental future by reducing rubbish sent to landfill will be easier after a Papakura Local Board grant.

4 Nov 2021

Mission Bay’s Trevor Moss Davis Memorial Fountain switched on after water restrictions lifted

Following the lifting of Auckland’s remaining water restrictions in October, Mission Bay’s beloved water fountain will be switched back on this weekend. However, Auckland Council is urging visitors to Selwyn Reserve to refrain from splashing about...

Environment 2 Nov 2021

Work to do to stop tree canopy decline in Whau

Whau Local Board has reiterated its commitment to improving access to green spaces following the news that tree canopy cover in Whau has reduced by two per cent since 2018.

Events

16 Jul 2026

Toi art carving workshop

Celebrate Matariki through learning, creativity and connection, with an interactive experience th...

16 Jul 2026

Youth bone carving workshop

Rangatahi will be able to make a bone carving taonga for Matariki.

08 Jul 2026 - 16 Jul 2026

School Holidays - Grey Lynn

Come along and enjoy our fun school holiday activities!

02 Jul 2026 - 23 Jul 2026

Matariki Navigators

An immersive multi-sensory experience at the Stardome in which contemporary Māori musicians guide...

02 Jul 2026 - 10 Sep 2026

Go Beyond The Book

Come and join us in a series of workshops to help you get the most out of your library - from eBo...

25 Jun 2026 - 16 Jul 2026

Māori cuisine cooking class

Learn to cook fresh, seasonal kai with Māori flavours in this hands-on workshop.

25 Jun 2026 - 27 Aug 2026

Mahjong Club for beginners

Learn to play Chinese Mahjong and have fun socializing.

18 Jun 2026 - 12 Nov 2026

Good Yarns

Learn knitting or crochet!