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Playgrounds 28 Apr 2026

Walter Massey Park: from old to bold

A much-loved outdoor space has been refreshed with a brand-new playground—shaped by community feedback and delivered by the Māngere-Ōtāhuhu Local Board.

Environment news 24 Apr 2026

Simple ways to pitch in for nature in Waitākere Ranges

No need to travel far across Auckland, some of the most meaningful environmental action is happening right here in our neighbourhood.

Environment news 24 Apr 2026

Simple ways to pitch in for nature in Whau

Some of the most meaningful environmental action is happening right here in our neighbourhood.

Environment news 24 Apr 2026

Simple ways to pitch in for nature in Henderson-Massey

Proudly supported by Henderson-Massey Local Board, here are a few easy ways to get involved close to home.

Highland Park Community House 22 Apr 2026

Highland Park Community House temporarily closed for essential upgrades

Highland Park Community House is temporarily closed from 1 April to 10 July 2026 while essential renewal works are completed.

Community news 22 Apr 2026

Lest we forget: Anzac Day 2026 commemorations in Franklin

Franklin Local Board, Auckland Council and Auckland RSA invite you to join our local services and parades, honouring New Zealanders past and present who have served in conflicts, peacekeeping missions or military operations around the world.

Community news 22 Apr 2026

Lest we forget: Anzac Day 2026 commemorations in Manurewa-Papakura

Manurewa and Papakura local boards and Auckland RSA invite you to join our local services and parades, honouring New Zealanders past and present who have served in conflicts, peacekeeping missions or military operations around the world.

Community news 21 Apr 2026

Help design the Manly Park playground

Have your say on the Manly Park playground upgrade.

Events

24 May 2026 - 26 Jul 2026

Planting to protect Matakana River banks

Make a difference on a stunning stretch of the Matakana River. 

17 May 2026 - 06 Dec 2026

Tamariki Book Club

Join the adventure. Build your confidence in a safe and inclusive space at our book club.

03 May 2026 - 31 May 2026

Craft a puppet creature

Get creative in this fun, hands-on puppet-making workshop run by artist Sarah Cowie where fabric...

03 May 2026 - 31 May 2026

Swimming skeletons

Tamariki can bring a fishy friend to life, bones and all!

03 May 2026 - 28 Jun 2026

Junior and intermediate dodgeball

Designed to introduce children to dodgeball as well as improve their skills while having fun.

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...

22 Mar 2026 - 07 Jun 2026

Kahurangiariki Smith: Kai a te Taniwha

In this exhibition, taniwha are depicted as forms that emerge in response to emotional intensity,...

15 Mar 2026 - 20 Dec 2026

Kōrero Mai te reo: Māori weekly conversation group

A friendly, supportive get together for all levels to learn, practice, enjoy and improve te reo.