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Environment 28 Jun 2019

Community group protecting native wildlife in Mt Albert

Help Pest Free Ōwairaka enhance the natural habitat for native species in the Albert-Eden area.

Waste 28 Jun 2019

Aotea Great Barrier Island gets a community recycling centre

A new community recycling and reuse centre will soon open on Aotea Great Barrier Island as part of Auckland Council’s Resource Recovery Network.

Transport 28 Jun 2019

Funding awarded to improve road safety around Howick schools

Two schools in Howick will have funds spent to improve safety for students going to and from class.

Community 27 Jun 2019

Meet a pest free hero – The Eastern Bays Songbird Project

The Eastern Bays Songbird Project aims to turn Eastern Bays into a Pest Free Urban Sanctuary and place of safety and nurturing for native birds.

Plans / Projects 26 Jun 2019

Rodney West Local Paths Plan takes a step forward

The Rodney Local Board has adopted the Rodney West Local Paths (Greenways) Plan.

Community 26 Jun 2019

Register now for Kaipātiki's Citizen Science Month

Kaipātiki Local Board and Pest Free Kaipātiki are inviting residents of all ages to get involved and register for this year's upcoming Citizen Science Month.

Playgrounds 26 Jun 2019

Community leads Commissariat Reserve playground design

Work is underway to improve the Commissariat Reserve playground in Mt Wellington with new play equipment.

Youth / Rangatahi 26 Jun 2019

Youth Board drives civic engagement in Puketāpapa

Young people in Puketāpapa attended the Youth Summit 2019 to discuss topics such as mental health, cultural inclusivity and local facilities.

Events

10 Oct 2026

Highwic Spring Workshop Series: How to grow a fabulous flower garden

Join us for a unique and very special opportunity to learn from a master gardener.

10 Oct 2026

Journey through Auckland's heritage

Jump onboard for a community bus trip that travels through the complex heritage of Tāmaki Makaura...

10 Oct 2026

Kiekie preparation for weavers

Join us for a full day harvest and preparation of kiekie for weaving workshop.

10 Oct 2026

Making Life Easier: Home Appliances

Join historian Phil Sai-Louie to discover the changes domestic electricity brought to lives of Au...

10 Oct 2026

Meet Origen: From hands to cups coffee tasting

An introduction to Colombian coffee culture, celebrating heritage, craft and community while conn...

10 Oct 2026

Natural perspective

Join environmental artist Mandy Patmore for an exciting 2-day print making weekend workshop inspi...

10 Oct 2026

Nourishing traditions: Rongoā Māori introduction

This introductory heritage session explores traditional Māori healing practices, the use of nativ...

10 Oct 2026

Parnell Streams and Gullies Heritage Walk

An enriching look into the early connection between the natural landscape and the development of...