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Environment 7 Nov 2019

Community urged to join Whangapouri Stream clean-up

Whangapouri Stream in Pukekohe is set for a tidy up to prevent waste from entering the waterway.

Transport 6 Nov 2019

Safer walking routes for Māngere Bridge

It’s going to be safer to walk, bike, scoot and get around Māngere Bridge thanks to Auckland Transport's safer communities programme.

Community 6 Nov 2019

Food for all at Pt Chev Community Centre

A community dining initiative in Pt Chev has been bringing communities together and serving free dinners since 2015.

Walkways 30 Oct 2019

Popular Karaka Lakes walk gets news resting spot

A new seat has been added to a walkway near Karaka Lakes helping one family to celebrate a wife and mother.

Community 30 Oct 2019

Albert-Eden Schools Cultural Festival returns to delight

A day for the entire community to celebrate and enjoy a fun event with the whole family.

Policies / Regulations 29 Oct 2019

Safety concerns see changes to beach access

Vehicle access to Muriwai Beach will be limited after hours at the beginning of November to mid-November due to potential fire risks around Guy Fawkes night.

Cycling 24 Oct 2019

Grant helps forge new bike tracks

New mountain bike trails have been opened in the Whitford forest thanks to the hard work of Pohutukawa Coast Bike Club members.

Community 24 Oct 2019

Help shape Riverhead’s playgrounds

Rodney Local Board is asking the Riverhead community for feedback on new playgrounds.

Events

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...

26 Jan 2026 - 30 Nov 2026

Rānui Book Chat

Come along, connect with fellow readers, and get inspired — we’d love to see you there!

27 Oct 2026

The art of micro macrame: Beginner jewellery making

A 6-week micro macrame journey with artist Yoko Onishi through four handmade jewellery projects -...

28 Oct 2026 - 01 Nov 2026

Songs for Nobodies

Three of New Zealand’s most prominent theatrical forces create an unforgettable production.

28 Oct 2026 - 25 Nov 2026

Water-based woodblock printing

In this five-week course, you’ll be introduced to the fundamentals of this sustainable and low-te...

29 Oct 2026

The food of WW1: Bully beef, biscuits and bullets

Let's take a look at some of the staple food dished up to the men and women who went to fight for...

29 Oct 2026 - 10 Dec 2026

Teen Artwork

In a fully equipped art studio including professional grade materials, students work progressivel...

30 Oct 2026

Specialist drop-in: Throwing from the body

This intermediate-level class explores ways to throw larger forms by working with the body rather...