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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

08 Jul 2026 - 12 Jul 2026

Self-guided Matariki Hikoi

Follow the path and learn a little about te taiao (the environment) and the Matariki stars.

07 Jul 2026 - 12 Jul 2026

Old MacDonald Had A Farm

This is a pantomime for the whole whānau, with singing, dancing, slapstick comedy, audience parti...

07 Jul 2026 - 14 Jul 2026

Matariki clay creations

Kids will learn fun sculpting techniques to build a colourful masterpiece with a Matariki theme t...

06 Jul 2026 - 17 Jul 2026

School Holidays with Auckland Council Pools and Leisure

Give your kids an unforgettable winter break filled with fun, adventure and new friendships!

06 Jul 2026 - 19 Jul 2026

School Holidays - Flat Bush

Enjoy our free fun school holiday activities at Flat Bush Library! 

04 Jul 2026 - 10 Jul 2026

Matariki Remembrance

Join us as we honour the past and look ahead to the future, this Māori New Year, guided by the st...

04 Jul 2026 - 17 Jul 2026

Atua Wāhine ki te Rangi

A four-piece artistic and educational tribute dedicated to the female Māori deities who reside wi...

04 Jul 2026 - 18 Jul 2026

Wishes to Hiwa-i-te-Rangi

You are invited to write your aspirations for Matariki on one of the wishbones in the kono (baske...