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Community 8 Dec 2021

Papakura thanked for COVID-19 response

Community groups in the area have been recognised by Papakura Local Board their ongoing efforts during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Environment 8 Dec 2021

Plan early for waterway protection grants

Franklin farmers, lifestyle block owners, and community and environmental groups are being urged to apply for Waterways Protection Fund grants.

8 Dec 2021

Almost $3 million for transport projects in Henderson-Massey

Henderson-Massey Local Board has agreed to fund five transport projects in the area, allocating $2.8 million to improve safety, walking and cycling connections and footpath upgrades.

Community 8 Dec 2021

Recycling trial launched in Ōtara and Manurewa

A trial designed to reduce the amount of contamination going into recycling bins is set to begin after being delayed by COVID-19 restrictions.

Community 7 Dec 2021

Phenomenal Young Women leading the way in Tāmaki

Phenomenal Young Women aims to build confidence and provide support for local wahine youth, and provides work and training opportunities.

Youth / Rangatahi 7 Dec 2021

Pump Track hits Pukekohe

The pump track, a free-to-use racetrack for kids that tours Auckland, has been installed in Pukekohe.

6 Dec 2021

Delight at Safeswim improvements out west

Community leaders in West Auckland are delighted at the progress of work to improve water quality out west.

Transport 3 Dec 2021

Have your say on the Eastern Busway

Auckland Transport is keen to hear the community’s views on the next stage of the Eastern Busway project, a 5km stretch linking Pakuranga and Botany.

Events

24 Oct 2026 - 25 Oct 2026

Coral reef creation

Add your yarn / fabric creation to our ever-growing coral reef installation.

24 Oct 2026 - 25 Oct 2026

Tiny art exhibition

We provide the canvas – you make the art! Exhibition will be held as part of Arts in the Ville.

24 Oct 2026 - 26 Oct 2026

Arts in the Ville 2026

An annual festival and art trail in Helensville that celebrates the many local artists in the area.

24 Oct 2026 - 26 Oct 2026

Ngā Mirumiru Bubbles

MOTAT will be bubbling over with excitement this Labour Weekend!

24 Oct 2026 - 11 Nov 2026

Vessels + Petals

Pukekohe artist, Kirsty McMahon showcases a collection of still life paintings featuring retro ve...

24 Oct 2026 - 15 Nov 2026

Sanctuaries for the Senses

Auckland based artist Holly Clarke creates her own earth pigments and uses them to paint ethereal...

24 Oct 2026 - 21 Nov 2026

Handmade spell candles

Create your own taper candles, tuned to your desires and intentions.

17 Oct 2026 - 31 Oct 2026

Halloween Makerspace Creations

Open makerspace time to create your Halloween masterpiece!