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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.

Waste 26 Jul 2021

Southern areas in bid to lift recycling

Selected areas in the Ōtara-Papatoetoe and Manurewa local board will take part in a trial to reduce contamination in recycling bins.

Events

14 Oct 2026 - 02 Dec 2026

Oil portrait painting

Learn how to draw the human face with oil paint in this fun class.

14 Oct 2026 - 02 Dec 2026

Technical drawing

In this engaging and practical drawing class, you will build a strong foundation in the fundament...

14 Oct 2026 - 02 Dec 2026

Youth workshop: Fundamental drawing

Learn to break down objects, characters and ideas into simple shapes such as circles, squares and...

14 Oct 2026 - 09 Dec 2026

Wriggle and Rhyme - Albany

Promoting active movement and brain development for babies and toddlers aged two years and under.

14 Oct 2026 - 09 Dec 2026

Wriggle and Rhyme - Blockhouse Bay

Rhymes, songs and gentle movement to help develop your little one's body and brain.

14 Oct 2026 - 09 Dec 2026

Wriggle and Rhyme - Ōrewa

A programme that promotes active movement and brain development for babies and toddlers.

30 Sep 2026 - 26 Oct 2026

Perspective - Mizuhiki by Kana Inami

An interactive Mizuhiki art installation by international artist Kana.

16 Sep 2026 - 16 Dec 2026

Bookchat

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