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Transport 4 May 2021

Finlayson Avenue crossing to go ahead

A raised crossing at Manurewa's Finlayson Avenue will go ahead.

Plans / Projects 3 May 2021

Board submissions made on Drury plans

Franklin Local Board has raised concerns over plan changes proposed around the Drury development projects.

Sports / Leisure 30 Apr 2021

Franklin club wants wider role

Patumahoe Tennis Club wants to add its five courts to the Franklin Sport and Local Facilities Plan.

Community 29 Apr 2021

Manurewa groups supported by grants

A number of community groups will benefit from Manurewa Local Board grants. Applications for another round open on 14 May.

Environment 29 Apr 2021

Stowaway mouse snared by biosecurity dog

A mouse, hoping to spend a relaxing weekend on an island in the Hauraki Gulf, had its plans derailed when it was spotted emerging from a passenger’s bag and scurrying off into the confines of a pest-free warranted vessel.

29 Apr 2021

Change of roles within Ōrākei Local Board

The role of Deputy Chair on the Ōrākei Local Board changed on 28 April 2021, to share the role between Sarah Powrie and Troy Elliott.

29 Apr 2021

Halfway point brings change of Deputy Chair for Waitematā Local Board

The end of April 2021 brings a change of Deputy Chair to Waitematā Local Board.

Development 28 Apr 2021

Pukekohe trials need time to bed in

A trial of ideas planned to reinvigorate Pukekohe's town centre has been launched.

Events

18 Sep 2026

Discover Bushglen Reserve at night

Join Auckland Council Park Rangers and Restore Hibiscus and Bays for a guided evening adventure t...

18 Sep 2026

Hands-on Ecology Series: Waewae Tapu

Join us in learning te ao Māori approach to restoration!

18 Sep 2026

Nathan Homestead Pukepuke Tour

Learn about the stories of this historic home and garden, as well as details of the recent refurb...

18 Sep 2026

Tātai Hono: Whakapapa Research Open Day

Nau mai, haere mai. Come and research your whakapapa in a supportive kaupapa Māori environment.

18 Sep 2026

Te Wiki o te Reo Māori Kōrero: Te Rā Tuku Whenua

To mark Te Rā Tuku Whenua (the gift of land) on 18 September, join our Poumatua and Head of Kaupa...

18 Sep 2026 - 19 Sep 2026

Folklore

Ballet up-close, immersive and intimate. Auckland's newest and only classical ballet collective.

20 Feb 2026 - 18 Dec 2026

BrainCharge - East Coast Bays

Join us for free fun activities to exercise the mind.

19 Sep 2026

Auckland Moon Festival: Lantern painting workshop

Celebrate by creating your own hand‑painted lantern!