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Community 2 Dec 2021

Upper Waitematā community nursery project recognised

An innovative project growing native plants for large scale restoration projects in the Upper Harbour Local Board area was a finalist in the Auckland Mayoral Conservation Awards.

Conservation 2 Dec 2021

Leigh’s little blue penguin project recognised

A finalist in Auckland's Mayoral Conservation Awards, the Warkworth Forest & Bird Little Penguin Project is the culmination of many years of collaboration with the Leigh community.

Plans / Projects 30 Nov 2021

Takapuna’s revitalized town centre complete and open for business

Takapuna is welcoming visitors and Christmas shoppers to its freshly revitalised town centre following the completion of the Hurstmere Road transformation project.

Youth / Rangatahi 29 Nov 2021

Rangatahi scholarships awarded

Twenty young people will begin their studies next year armed with Manurewa local Board Rangatahi Youth Scholarships.

Community 26 Nov 2021

Franklin environmental heroes recognised

Two Franklin groups have won Mayoral Conservation Awards.

Community 25 Nov 2021

Local Business Awards a timely boost

Congratulations to all winners in the Ōrākei Local Board Business Awards, 2021.

Youth / Rangatahi 25 Nov 2021

Online Community Forums the way forward

New format for community forum shines

24 Nov 2021

Green light for next stage of Kauri Glen Reserve upgrade

A new raised boardwalk and three span glulam bridge is on the way in Kauri Glen Reserve.

Events

25 Jul 2026 - 12 Dec 2026

One cup, one thousand stories

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26 Jan 2026 - 30 Nov 2026

Rānui Book Chat

Come along, connect with fellow readers, and get inspired — we’d love to see you there!

27 Oct 2026

The art of micro macrame: Beginner jewellery making

A 6-week micro macrame journey with artist Yoko Onishi through four handmade jewellery projects -...

28 Oct 2026 - 01 Nov 2026

Songs for Nobodies

Three of New Zealand’s most prominent theatrical forces create an unforgettable production.

28 Oct 2026 - 25 Nov 2026

Water-based woodblock printing

In this five-week course, you’ll be introduced to the fundamentals of this sustainable and low-te...

29 Oct 2026

The food of WW1: Bully beef, biscuits and bullets

Let's take a look at some of the staple food dished up to the men and women who went to fight for...

29 Oct 2026 - 10 Dec 2026

Teen Artwork

In a fully equipped art studio including professional grade materials, students work progressivel...

30 Oct 2026

Specialist drop-in: Throwing from the body

This intermediate-level class explores ways to throw larger forms by working with the body rather...