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Community 16 Sep 2021

Locals invited to manage Howick War Memorial community facility

Howick Local Board is calling for expressions of interest to activate the historical Howick War Memorial community facility.

Environment 9 Sep 2021

Major water quality infrastructure project completed ahead of swim season

Aucklanders can now enjoy the benefits of better water quality with the completion of the Ōkahu Bay stormwater network separation project. The project, to separate stormwater from wastewater pipes, will directly improve the water quality in Ōkahu...

Development 6 Sep 2021

Karangahape Road records retail high before bracing for lockdown

Before the current lockdown, figures from Marketview ranked Karangahape Road the highest performing Business Improvement District across the Auckland region for the past three months.

Community 26 Aug 2021

Puketāpapa plaque material swapped following vandalism

A spate of brass memorial plaque thefts from the Puketapapa Local board area will lead to the use of anodised aluminium in replacement plaques to deter future vandalism and theft.

Development 23 Aug 2021

Help shape the future of Old Papatoetoe  

If Old Papatoetoe is part of your life, you won’t want to miss this opportunity to have your say on its future.

18 Aug 2021

On track to keep Eskdale Reserve Network kauri safe

Dozens turn out for an event to mark the reopening of kauri safe tracks in the Eskdale Reserve Network.

17 Aug 2021

Next generation of Pacific Leaders graduate

Fourty-four young people from West Auckland high schools recently graduated from the Tula’i Pacific Youth Leadership Programme.

Youth / Rangatahi 16 Aug 2021

For youth, by youth — celebrating a decade of empowerment

The Howick Youth Council, established and funded by Howick Local Board, celebrated its decennial anniversary at a special event this weekend with several achievements to its credit.

Events

10 Feb 2026 - 09 Dec 2026

Read to a dog

Introducing our read to a dog programme! Read to a dog aims to help children with their literacy,...

04 Feb 2026 - 05 Dec 2026

Bilingual Rhymetime - Waitākere

We will sing songs, tell stories, and dance about!

04 Feb 2026 - 16 Dec 2026

BrainCharge - Ōrewa

Give your brain a workout! Join our weekly Brain Charge sessions especially designed for older pe...

28 Jan 2026 - 02 Dec 2026

Caffeine and Craft

Come along to be part of a crafting group.

28 Jan 2026 - 30 Dec 2026

Digital Together Online Council Services Drop-in Sessions

Come along to a free drop-in session and learn how to use Auckland Council’s online services.

21 Jan 2026 - 16 Dec 2026

Digital Drop-in

These walk-in sessions are for people from all walks of life to ask questions about their digital...

14 Jan 2026 - 16 Dec 2026

Wriggle and Rhyme - Ponsonby

Bring your babies and toddlers to a fun half hour filled with music, movement and a little bit of...

14 Jan 2026 - 23 Dec 2026

Art and craft group: Unfinished Objects

Join our weekly Wednesday craft group.