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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

13 Aug 2026 - 03 Dec 2026

Driver's licence training

We will help you work towards obtaining your learner licence or refresh your theoretical knowledge.

13 Aug 2026 - 03 Dec 2026

Taiji

Enjoy gentle movement and mindful practice in a welcoming environment.

13 Aug 2026 - 17 Dec 2026

LEGO Club - Te Atatū

We provide the LEGO and the rest is up to your imagination!

13 Aug 2026 - 17 Dec 2026

Whatu Hauora

A 10-week beginner programme designed for those wanting to learn the art of weaving a contemporar...

08 Aug 2026 - 05 Dec 2026

Onehunga Toy Library

A not-for-profit, volunteer-run toy library, catering for children from around 6 months up to 8 y...

06 Aug 2026 - 11 Dec 2026

Kids' movie time

Each week we will show a family friendly movie of 90 minutes or under.

06 Aug 2026 - 04 Mar 2027

Mini Arabic Story Time

Join us every Thursday for Mini Arabic Story Time at Takapuna Library!

23 Jul 2026 - 17 Dec 2026

Korean/English Rhyme Time

Join us at Glenfield Library for music, rhymes, stories and movement.