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Finding rhythm again with Waiheke Open Orchestra
The Waiheke Open Orchestra project got underway at the beginning of 2024 with support from Waiheke Local Board funding.
Friday nights sorted for Waiheke rangatahi
Waiheke rangatahi will continue to have a safe and active place to connect on Friday nights thanks to a $3,000 grant from the Waiheke Local Board to the Waiheke Recreation Centre.
TAPAC: a place of learning, inspiration and connection
Three women involved with TAPAC share how the organisation fosters creativity, confidence and community.
From markets to manu – what’s on in Aotea this summer
Here are our top summer picks of things to do on Aotea / Great Barrier.
Get out and about across Waitematā this summer
Summer is here! If you’re looking something to do with your kids, grandchildren or neighbours, look no further.
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.
One year on: Anamata’s journey of recovery and renewal
One year after a major fire tore through the Anamata Shop and main shed at the Aotea Community Recycling Centre (CRC) on Aotea / Great Barrier Island, the team reflect on what has happened since.
Powering up with sunshine in Claris
Claris Club and Conference Centre are now powered by solar thanks to grant funding from the local board.
Events
Marbled clay on the wheel
Create mesmerising marbled ceramic vases and cups.
Carols, canapés and candlelight
Join Luminata Voices as we welcome the festive season with an afternoon of beautiful choral music...
Mahler 1
Mahler’s astonishing First Symphony begins with the primeval sound of the world awakening: it tel...
Cross Street Music Festival 2026
Bringing together some of Aotearoa’s most exciting independent, underground and emerging music fo...
Water safety
Join us at Parnell Library for this awesome water safety workshop hosted by The Swim Safe Project.
Parnell Library Shared Reading Group
Join us to read a short story and poem aloud, and chat about it in a friendly environment, with a...
Lecture: Monuments
Hear international curator and our third Creative New Zealand Te Manu Ka Tau international guest...
Christmas Maker's Market
Our annual Christmas Makers' Market is a chance to support local makers and artists. This boutiqu...