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Environment 29 Apr 2019

Waitākere Ranges Local Board approves closures of local tracks

Thirteen local tracks in the Waitākere Ranges are set to be temporarily closed to prevent the spread of kauri dieback.

Cultural 26 Apr 2019

Home away from home for new Howick residents

For 17 years the Pakuranga Chinese Association has been a lifeline for the increasing number migrants that have made Howick and the surrounding areas home.

Community 26 Apr 2019

Public transport options for Anzac Dawn Service

Extra early morning bus, train and ferry services are being provided by AT for the Anzac Day Dawn Service on Thursday 25 April at the Auckland War Memorial Museum.

Plans / Projects 24 Apr 2019

Howick area first to help create age-friendly action plan for Auckland

Howick residents are invited to have their say on Auckland Council’s proposed Age-friendly Auckland Action Plan.

Environment 24 Apr 2019

Dutch elm disease found on Takarunga / Mt Victoria

Around fifty elm trees in Devonport are infected with Dutch elm disease and must be removed to prevent the disease from spreading further.

Community 24 Apr 2019

Nominations open for Howick Celebrated Citizens Awards

Do you know someone who deserves to be recognised for their work in the local community? Submit their name by 12 May.

Plans / Projects 24 Apr 2019

Plans backed to revive Rodney town centres

Backing projects that improve the look and feel of an area is important to Rodney communities and the Rodney Local Board.

Pest Free 23 Apr 2019

Stay on track this Easter Weekend

Take care of kauri this Easter Weekend by following the rules and paying attention to track closures.

Events

18 Apr 2026

Raranga Harakeke: Weaving Flax with Rewa Grimsdale

Learn about the culture and techniques of raranga in this beginner's workshop.

18 Apr 2026

Restoring Waitītiko

Come along to this whānau-friendly talk and find out about Waitītiko-Meola Creek.

18 Apr 2026

Sponge Gardening for Flood Resilience

Learn how to transform your garden into a spongy ecosystem designed to hold water and stay absorb...

18 Apr 2026

Traditional eco-cooking

Enjoy the flavours and stories from the women's home countries.

18 Apr 2026

WilderFest

Set in the heart of Waiheke, this immersive festival brings together local community groups, inte...

18 Apr 2026 - 12 Dec 2026

FAM. Food. Art. Market

Expect a colourful mix of stalls, delicious bites, and plenty of reasons to wander the road.

12 Apr 2026 - 18 Apr 2026

Sail on SS Puke

Get fired up with us and experience the oldest operating steam-powered tug in Aotearoa. Climb abo...

11 Apr 2026 - 18 Apr 2026

Preserving the past masterclass

A hands-on masterclass designed to support people to confidently preserve fresh, seasonal produce...