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Heritage 18 Jun 2025

McNicol Homestead & Museum revived  

McNicol Homestead & Museum, a well-loved heritage site in Clevedon, has re-opened to the public following a major renewal project that began in 2024.  

Playgrounds 18 Jun 2025

Smarter investment in play: Why Manurewa need more data first  

Manurewa Local Board has adopted a new Play Plan to help bring more fun and connection into the neighbourhood.

Elections 18 Jun 2025

Where are all the candidates?

Nominations for Auckland’s local elections open on Friday 4 July, and with elections looming on the horizon in October, so far only a few candidates have publicly announced they’re standing.

Community 18 Jun 2025

Hobsonville’s new park – Te Kori Scott Point opens to the public

The opening of Te Kori Scott Point is a landmark moment for the Hobsonville community.

Community 18 Jun 2025

Local board agreement a $35m win for Rodney communities

Rodney Local Board will invest in community programmes, creative arts, youth initiatives, and environmental projects.

Waste 18 Jun 2025

Students rebuild derelict houses using construction and demolition waste

An industry training programme is equipping the next generation of builders and tradespeople with the skills to reuse and repurpose materials – and save them from landfill.

Community 17 Jun 2025

Witness the fitness: changes to Puketāpapa’s leisure centres 

New timetables, classes, as well as reduced prices for some programmes are some of the improvements for Puketāpapa’s Cameron Pools and Leisure Centre and Lynfield Youth and Leisure Centre under new management.  

Community 17 Jun 2025

Tennis Club grateful for Local Board in rebuilding efforts

A clear example of the Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board advocacy in action - delivering meaningful support the community can count on.

Events

14 Mar 2026 - 06 Jun 2026

N0ughty Box

Discover playful surprises and creative fun with the Noughty Box.

12 Mar 2026 - 08 Apr 2026

HomeBound - Amrit Kaur

Amrit Kaur’s HomeBound is an ode to memory, migration, and the delicate threads of belonging.

12 Mar 2026 - 09 Apr 2026

Life on Rugs

Using bold colours and surreal imagery, the rugs explore Cecilia's Italian upbringing, a lifetime...

12 Mar 2026 - 09 Apr 2026

Medieval Magical Girl

Drawing from their experience as Japanese/ Pākehā, Jessica Miku blends the sparkle of magical gir...

12 Mar 2026 - 09 Apr 2026

Talismans

The exhibition explores jewellery as both a sculptural art form, and as a medium to communicate...

07 Mar 2026 - 04 Apr 2026

Everyday Actions for the Planet: A Conversation Group

Whether you’d like to contribute, listen, or simply connect with others who care about our planet...

07 Mar 2026 - 18 Apr 2026

Free Bollywood Dance Class in Franklin

Free Bollywood classes open to all genders, age, abilities and communities. Share a love for Boll...

07 Mar 2026 - 06 Jun 2026

Casual Drop-In Art Group

The Casual Drop-In Art Group invites school leavers to immerse themselves in a relaxed and friend...