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Environment 28 Jul 2021

Local students explore Lake Tomarata

Tomarata students love nothing more than learning outdoors and they got the opportunity earlier this month when they explored the special character of Wellsford’s Lake Tomarata.

Whanau friendly 28 Jul 2021

Setting the stage for the future of play in the Waitākere Ranges area

With a growing population and a need to be able to plan for the future, a new plan to help guide future play improvements and spaces in the Waitākere Ranges Local Board area has been developed.

Environment 28 Jul 2021

Myrtle Rust found on Aotea Great Barrier

Island residents asked to report sightings of Myrtle Rust which has now been discovered on Aotea Great Barrier

27 Jul 2021

Keeping Sunvue Park special for generations to come

Supported by Waitākere Ranges Local Board, more than 50 members of the community came together to celebrate Matariki and put some hard mahi (work) in to help restore the whenua (land) by planting 700 eco-sourced native plants.

Playgrounds 27 Jul 2021

Playground renewal welcomed at Keith Hay Park

Children can now get even more out of their time at Keith Hay Park thanks to the renewed playground at the southern end of the park, funded by Puketāpapa Local Board.

Community 26 Jul 2021

Manurewa beach water improving

The water quality at Manurewa beaches continues to improve.

Community 26 Jul 2021

Railway makes plans to go further

The end of the line for the Glenbrook Vintage Railway should be further off than it is now, Franklin Local Board says.

Community 26 Jul 2021

Local parks come alive in Ōrākei

Activating local green spaces and parks in the Ōrākei Local Board area.

Events

04 Oct 2026

Masala meets the Islands - Curry tales from Fiji

This interactive session celebrates the connections between Fiji and Aotearoa New Zealand, recogn...

04 Oct 2026

Painted heirlooms: Painting workshop

Painted Heirlooms is an exhibition and hands-on workshop by Auckland artist Amreen Manjiyani.

04 Oct 2026

Pasifika Heritage Walk of Ponsonby

Join Auckland’s popular Samoan duo, Mua Pua and Sofi Pua, for a guided walk through Studio One To...

04 Oct 2026

St Mark's Church, Remuera, Through the Years

Discover St Mark’s rich history, from its 1847 beginnings to the stories held within its historic...

04 Oct 2026

Tē Kete Kai o Kaipara

At this event, you'll learn about early fishing, cultivation and tikanga practices.

04 Oct 2026

The Village Farmers Market

Come along to enjoy a relaxed atmosphere in a beautiful heritage setting.

04 Oct 2026

Winnie The Pooh 100 Year Celebration

Bring your teddy bear for a picnic of honey sandwiches, then learn from the Bee Lady how honey is...

04 Oct 2026 - 11 Oct 2026

Auckland Historic Places Heritage Garden and Building Tour

Step behind the gates of Auckland’s hidden heritage gardens.