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Community 2 Jul 2020

Papakura community groups supported by grants

Papakura Local Board has made grants of more than $22,000 to local groups in its Small Grants round.

City Centre Waterfront 1 Jul 2020

A living connection between land and sea

The transformation of Downtown Auckland is being accompanied by an equally radical shift in how the marine environment in the Ferry Basin can be revitalised.

Arts 1 Jul 2020

Milford Reserve’s new work of light

Visitors to Milford Reserve now see a soft violet hue wash over Beacon and shafts of light beam into the sky from dusk until 10pm.

Arts 1 Jul 2020

Boy Walking brings new light to Dominion Road

Lights are now switched on for night-time viewing and to bring new light to Dominion Road and Potters Park.

Plans / Projects 30 Jun 2020

People-friendly streets to be trialled in Henderson

Waitākere Ward councillors Shane Henderson and Linda Cooper welcome the news that Henderson’s town centre will receive funding from Waka Kotahi the NZ Transport Agency to trial a people-friendly streets project.

Cultural 29 Jun 2020

Waka workshops with the people of Moana

Waka workshops introduce Aucklanders and urban youth to the mighty Polynesian seafaring canoes and the sport of waka ama.

Beaches 26 Jun 2020

Safety volunteers backed in local board grants

Franklin Local Board has made more than $50,000 of grants to groups working to keep people safe at sea.

Sports / Leisure 26 Jun 2020

Finalists named for 2020 Howick Sports Awards

More than sixty finalists have been shortlisted for the 2020 Howick Sports Awards for the last year’s season.

Events

11 Sep 2026

Understanding sadness and grief

This workshop offers a gentle, supportive space to better understand your emotions and find your...

11 Sep 2026

Women’s self-defence class

Build confidence, stay aware and learn practical skills to keep yourself safe.

11 Sep 2026 - 13 Sep 2026

Kintsugi workshop

Learn the magical art of kintsugi with artist Ema Frost in this new workshop.

21 Aug 2026 - 18 Dec 2026

Friday Unwind: Qigong, Yoga, Kirtan Meditation

Come along, unwind, relax your body and mind.

21 Aug 2026 - 19 Dec 2026

English Conversation Corner

Practice basic English conversation skills and make new friends.

14 Aug 2026 - 04 Dec 2026

Arts 4 Us West

Come along, get creative, and enjoy exploring their imagination through art and making.

14 Aug 2026 - 04 Dec 2026

Minecraft Mayhem

A safe and welcoming space for tamariki to enjoy playing Minecraft after school.

14 Aug 2026 - 04 Dec 2026

Wriggle and Rhyme - Titirangi

Join us for a fun music and movement program that supports and promotes brain development for bab...