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Community news 13 Aug 2026

A helping hand when it matters most

When technology, paperwork or government systems become overwhelming, island residents have someone they can turn to.

Community news 11 Aug 2026

A new way to play at Tarnica Park

A new Pot Shot Goal Module at Tarnica Park gives tamariki and families another fun way to play, stay active and enjoy their local park.

Titirangi Library 10 Aug 2026

Titirangi Library turns a new page

The doors to the much-loved Titirangi Community Library reopen to the public today.

Community news 6 Aug 2026

Something's cooking in Papakura

Papakura Business Association launches ‘Plate Up Papakura’ – South Auckland’s newest foodie festival – with support from Papakura Local Board.

Have your say 5 Aug 2026

What we’re delivering in Waitematā, shaped by you

From local pools and libraries to new public spaces and youth initiatives, the Waitematā Local Board invests in the places and activities people rely on every day.  

Community news 4 Aug 2026

What's coming to Hibiscus and Bays? Five things to watch this year

The community centre in Browns Bay is getting a major upgrade as investment continues in parks, water quality, safer town centres and community events.

Community news 4 Aug 2026

What's ahead for Upper Harbour? Here are 5 things to know.

A new library for Albany is moving a step closer, alongside ongoing investment in local streams, parks, pathways and community projects.

Community news 4 Aug 2026

Rodney's year ahead: 5 local projects making a difference

Protecting beaches and bush, upgrading playgrounds and supporting communities. Rodney Local Board is delivering where it counts.

Events

01 Oct 2026

What fills our plate: Onehunga stories and recipes

A project that will gather anecdotes, stories and recipes into a community recipe book highlighti...

01 Oct 2026 - 08 Oct 2026

Field to Table: The Pukekohe Dehydration Factory

Heritage specialist Cara Francesco presents a lecture on this fascinating chapter of Pukekohe’s h...

01 Oct 2026 - 11 Oct 2026

Photo exhibition: 22 Years of Botany Library

We invite you to take a walk down memory lane through 22 years of community events, programmes an...

02 Oct 2026

Mahurangi Harbour 60 Years of Oyster Farming

Hear first-hand insights from long-time oyster farmers Dianne and Dave Morgan, and Jon Nicholson,...

02 Oct 2026

Picnic and play: Wild streets of play

A free day full of outdoor games and playful activities for all ages!

02 Oct 2026

Wilderness Explorers School Holidays - Pakuranga

Join Auckland Council Park Ranger Abi Cunninghame as she takes Wilderness Explorers behind the sc...

02 Oct 2026 - 04 Oct 2026

Coffee with Eelco-dinner Theatre

Come for dinner at Lake House Arts and stay for the show!

02 Oct 2026 - 02 Apr 2027

Te Atatū Food Truck Fridays

Experience Auckland’s longest running community food truck night, with delicious street food, liv...