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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

25 Oct 2026

Extra Lives: Interactive Video Game Concert

This immersive feast for the imagination will transport you back to your childhood whether you gr...

25 Oct 2026 - 28 Oct 2026

New Zealand Wars Gallery Talks

In commemoration of He Rā Maumahara, a national day of remembrance of the New Zealand Wars, join...

04 Oct 2026 - 25 Oct 2026

Our ocean wildlife

Create your own colourful sea creature.

04 Oct 2026 - 27 Dec 2026

Waha Reo - Te Reo Māori conversation group

A space to share kōrero of all levels of Te Reo Māori.

20 Sep 2026 - 20 Dec 2026

Maungawhau Market

A vibrant new Sunday destination where great food, local produce, creativity and community come t...

09 Sep 2026 - 25 Oct 2026

Flower pressing workshop

Explore the gardens and discover the delicate art of flower-pressing in the beautiful setting of...

23 Aug 2026 - 13 Dec 2026

Dodgeball for all

These youth sessions are designed to introduce tamariki and rangatahi to the sport of dodgeball.

09 Aug 2026 - 13 Dec 2026

Restorative yoga

A slow, restorative, gentle yoga class suitable for all levels, including complete beginners.