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14 Feb 2020

Going South - a local's guide to summer in south Auckland

Teau Aiturau, founder of Time To Thrive – To Stay Alive, a cycling-focused charitable trust, shares his story and a few of his favourite south Auckland spots.

Development 11 Feb 2020

Addison survey finds residents positive about suburb

Study finds residents of the master-planned community of Addison in Papakura have a lot to be positive about.

Beaches 4 Feb 2020

Cockle Bay beach receives a makeover

A 66-meter-long rock revetment has been constructed on the western side of Cockle Bay beach to reduce severe coastal erosion.

Sports / Leisure 4 Feb 2020

Waiuku College gym opens its doors again

Waiuku College has reopened its gym to the public after being closed for more than a year for repairs.

Community 3 Feb 2020

Ōrākei Basin at its best for Community Day 2020

Discover how much Ōrākei Basin has to offer at the Ōrākei Basin Community Day, all are welcome.

Educational 3 Feb 2020

New look planned for Franklin library

Changes are planned for Franklin: The Centre to add a new community meeting and increased office space for local board staff.

Community 30 Jan 2020

Registrations now open for Diversity Festival performers and stallholders

A true picture of south Auckland will be on display when diverse communities come together to celebrate at Diversity Festival.

Community 29 Jan 2020

New playground for Maungawhau in time for summer

The popular children’s playground on Normanby Road at the foot of Maungawhau / Mt Eden is getting a makeover! A brand new adventure park will be in place by mid-December, in time for school holidays.

Events

17 Oct 2026 - 28 Nov 2026

Young Artists Studio

Join Isabella and take your painting skills to the next level in a fun, hands-on studio environment.

17 Oct 2026 - 05 Dec 2026

Paper play: Shape your world

Explore how everyday materials can be transformed into something meaningful.

17 Oct 2026 - 12 Dec 2026

Code Club

A fun and creative programme for children aged 6 years and over.

17 Oct 2026 - 19 Dec 2026

GI Whānau Rides

A fun, free activity for the whole family!

15 Aug 2026 - 05 Dec 2026

Niutupuola Trust

A free, low-impact community exercise class on Saturday mornings.

08 Aug 2026 - 12 Dec 2026

Latina Fluye

A welcoming dance class that offers women a fun and supportive space to move, de-stress, build co...

25 Jul 2026 - 12 Dec 2026

One cup, one thousand stories

Join these hands-on sessions to immerse in the experience and along the way, gain a deeper unders...

04 Jul 2026 - 31 Dec 2026

All Day LEGO Club

Come along to Devonport Library in the weekend and enjoy playing with LEGO all day!