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Environment news 17 Sep 2026

How one trapline sparked a movement in Whangaparapara

A community effort to protect native birds is gathering pace in Whangaparapara, turning one resident’s eight rat traps into a network of 275.

Community news 16 Sep 2026

Clevedon Village's plan gathers momentum

Clevedon’s long-awaited town centre upgrade is a step closer with detailed designs progressing on the $2.8 million project.

16 Sep 2026

Pōhutukawa removal helps prevent further damage in Eden Terrace  

Auckland Council is planning the removal and replacement of 15  pōhutukawa trees on Mary Street in Eden Terrace, following ongoing damage to neighbouring properties and public infrastructure.   

Community news 14 Sep 2026

Expo matches locals with volunteer opportunities

You could find your perfect match with a community organisation at the upcoming Volunteer Expo Auckland East.

Conservation 14 Sep 2026

Growing hope for Kaipātiki’s maire tawake

A community-led trial is giving young maire tawake (swamp maire) in Kaipātiki a chance to show natural resistance to myrtle rust, with support from the Kaipātiki Local Board.

Community news 7 Sep 2026

Share your ideas for future parks in Whenuapai

Upper Harbour Local Board is encouraging locals to share their ideas for two future parks at the Brigham Creek Road and Trig /Spedding Road sites.

Transport 4 Sep 2026

Safe travels: $3.2m boost for walking and cycling in Whau

A new pedestrian and cycling bridge, repairs to a landslide-damaged track, and an extension of a shared path are just some of the new upgrades in the area.

Flood resilience 3 Sep 2026

Local action boosts flood resilience

Residents across central Auckland are learning how to better prepare for flooding thanks to a community-focused programme delivered by local organisations.

Events

28 Nov 2026

Stitch and share: An embroidery gathering

Come together to share a space with exhibiting artist Lema Shamamba and learn through demonstrati...

28 Nov 2026

Water safety

Join us at Parnell Library for this awesome water safety workshop hosted by The Swim Safe Project.

28 Nov 2026 - 29 Nov 2026

SAS Spikefest grass volleyball tournament

Sign up for another epic weekend of 4v4 grass volleyball!

10 Oct 2026 - 13 Mar 2027

Create a book together

The Light Library invites you to create with us and help shape the third book in our Threads of B...

28 Jun 2026 - 29 Nov 2026

Ōrewa Artisan Market

Come along and find New Zealand made and handmade quality artisanal products.

23 Feb 2026 - 30 Nov 2026

Embroidery Club

Join Sugi for these free embroidery classes, where you can learn with others some basic embroider...

23 Feb 2026 - 30 Nov 2026

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...

02 Dec 2026

Fiji curry cooking workshop

Discover the flavours and spices that make Fijian cuisine unique.