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Community 28 Jan 2026

5 top things to do in Upper Harbour

Discover Upper Harbour with adventures, festivals, outdoor movie, swimming and free fun — all supported by the Upper Harbour Local Board.

Community 27 Jan 2026

Waiheke board supports community and environmental projects in latest grant round

The Waiheke Local Board has allocated funding to a range of local and environmental projects through its Local and Environmental Grant Round, supporting initiatives that benefit the island’s community and environment.

Community 22 Jan 2026

Making moves with Local Grants

The Māngere-Ōtāhuhu Local Board is inviting community groups, organisations, and individuals to apply for the Board’s Local Grant round two, open from 12 January to 20 February 2026, for projects starting after 1 May 2026.

Whanau friendly 22 Jan 2026

5 top things to do in Rodney

Explore Rodney’s free events, youth programmes, arts, parks, and beaches — all supported by Rodney Local Board for affordable summer fun.

Community 22 Jan 2026

5 top things to do in Hibiscus and Bays

Enjoy affordable summer fun in Hibiscus and Bays with beach days, outdoor adventures, creative workshops and festivals; all backed by the Hibiscus and Bays Local Board.

21 Jan 2026

Your free summer fun starts here in Waitākere Ranges

Summer is officially calling, and it's time to get your fun sorted! Thanks to support and funding from Waitākere Ranges Local Board, a fantastic line-up of free activities and community events is ready for you and your whānau!

Community 20 Jan 2026

Free summer swimming makes a splash in Whau

Whau locals are being invited to cool off for free this summer, thanks to a community swimming initiative delivered in partnership with local schools and Whau Local Board.

Community 19 Jan 2026

4 ways to come out and play, the local summer way

Whether it’s adventure, fun, or just a reason to enjoy the outdoors, all these activities or spaces are supported or funded by the Māngere-Ōtāhuhu Local Board, so you can make the most of summer the local way!

Events

05 Dec 2026

Artist Kōrero

Join Ange Oliver for kōrero and reflections on her - close to completion - Masters of Māori Visua...

05 Dec 2026 - 06 Dec 2026

Devonport Christmas Festival

Don’t miss Santa’s Grotto and the Windsor Reserve Craft Market featuring unique handmade goods.

06 Dec 2026

Friends of Arataki Kids Day!

Save the date for our annual Friends of Arataki Kids Day!

06 Dec 2026

From Stillness to Splendour

David takes us back to an exciting and scintillating celebration of the season with his rendition...

06 Dec 2026

People's Triathlon: Race 2 - Mission Bay

Race 2 brings a sea swim, a flat waterfront ride along Tamaki Drive and a supported run together...

16 Oct 2026 - 06 Dec 2026

Auckland Explained

A practical workshop designed to help migrants better understand life in this city, build confide...

08 Dec 2026

Twas The Nightshift Before Christmas

A hilarious pre-Christmas night out!

08 Dec 2026 - 10 Dec 2026

Christmas Storytime

A  great opportunity to encourage an interest in books, while building language and literacy skills.