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Playgrounds 22 Sep 2020

Fun and games in the Wiri community

Designs for a new playground in Wiri have been revealed following input from mana whenua, local families and community groups.

Community 22 Sep 2020

Franklin grants support smaller communities

More than $9000 has been awarded in the latest round of Franklin Local Board quick response grants.

Community 21 Sep 2020

Environmental projects supported by Papakura funding

Papakura Local Board has committed to several environmental projects in its area, reflecting strong support during consultation on its Local Board Plan.

Plans / Projects 18 Sep 2020

Waitematā Local Board backs Leys Institute restoration

Waitematā Local Board has endorsed the development of a detailed business case for the restoration of the Leys Institute buildings.

Heritage 18 Sep 2020

Old-school cool for St Heliers Library

St Heliers Community Library is going back to its original 1920s colours with a fresh coat of paint as part of its general maintenance programme.

Plans / Projects 16 Sep 2020

Harbourview-Orangihina marae development takes next step

Henderson-Massey Local Board will request Auckland Council amend legacy council resolutions, paving the way for the Te Atatū Marae Coalition Trust to be given future tenure to develop a marae at Harbourview-Orangihina Park in Te Atatū Peninsula.

Community 16 Sep 2020

Lease decision paves way for community recycling centre in Auckland central

A new community recycling centre for central Auckland at the Western Springs Garden is a step closer after an Albert-Eden Local Board decision on a community lease for a site at 956 Great North Road.

Environment 15 Sep 2020

Wasp nest discovery a timely summer reminder

A nest home to tens of thousands of wasps found in the Waitākere Ranges Regional Park is a reminder of the threat the common wasp can pose.

Events

12 Apr 2026 - 18 Apr 2026

Sail on SS Puke

Get fired up with us and experience the oldest operating steam-powered tug in Aotearoa. Climb abo...

12 Apr 2026 - 20 Dec 2026

Grey Lynn Farmers Market

Get access to locally sourced, fresh and nutritionally dense food through our vibrant farmers mar...

28 Mar 2026 - 12 Apr 2026

Tunes 4 Tamariki: The Fantabulous Animal Orchestra

Discover a fantabulous world where each creature plays its part in perfect harmony, with a honkin...

15 Mar 2026 - 19 Apr 2026

Barefoot Bowls Afternoons

Looking for somewhere to chill out on a stunning Sunday afternoon? Barefoot Bowls with music and...

15 Mar 2026 - 20 Dec 2026

Kōrero Mai te reo Māori weekly Conversation Group

Come join our weekly Te reo Māori conversation group. A friendly, supportive get together for all...

15 Mar 2026 - 27 Dec 2026

Crochet Group

Crochet, chat and make friends! Bring your own project or make something new with provided patter...

08 Mar 2026 - 17 May 2026

Death Cafe

Enjoy a group-directed, confidential discussion about death with no agenda, objectives or themes.

15 Feb 2026 - 06 Dec 2026

Yoga and Art Immersion

These Hatha yoga classes will include warm-up stretching, building to stronger poses, flow balanc...