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Waste 23 Apr 2019

Waiheke waging war on plastic

Waiheke Local Board has called for a phase-out of all plastic bags and single-use plastic products.

Environment 23 Apr 2019

Seaweek volunteers needed for Manukau Harbour tidy

A harbour-wide beach clean-up is being planned in Manukau and organisers are looking for volunteers.

Youth / Rangatahi 23 Apr 2019

Feeling the power of youth at The 312 Hub

Onehunga based art gallery and creative shared space, The 312 Hub, is a place where youth lead.

Sports / Leisure 18 Apr 2019

Ōtara set to get a sporting beacon

The Ngāti Ōtara Multi-Sports and Cultural Centre is set to go through a major upgrade with $1.5 million in extra funding.

Environment 18 Apr 2019

Stormwater works to help reduce flooding harm on Waiheke

A multi-million dollar project to resolve ongoing drainage issues on Waiheke Island is planned to start in the next few months.

Community 18 Apr 2019

Ōrākei Local Board seeks nominations for Community Volunteer Awards

Nominate an individual or local group that makes Ōrākei a great place to live.

Plans / Projects 18 Apr 2019

Still time to help shape the future of Drury and Pukekohe

There is still time to have your say on structure plans for future urban zoned land in Drury-Opāheke and Pukekohe-Paerata.

Have your say 18 Apr 2019

Local board urges community to feed back on proposals

Residents and business owners are urged to have their say on proposed changes for St Heliers and Mission Bay by 30 April.

Events

13 Feb 2026 - 11 Dec 2026

Te Reo Māori Bilingual Storytime

Come along and enjoy captivating pūrākau/stories from Māori culture and foster a love for Te Reo...

13 Feb 2026 - 11 Dec 2026

Wriggle & Rhyme - Central City Library

Wriggle and Rhyme is a programme that promotes active movement and brain development for babies a...

30 Jan 2026 - 27 Nov 2026

Family History Help

Join library staff and volunteers from the Papakura branch, New Zealand Society of Genealogists o...

21 Nov 2025 - 26 Jun 2026

Chair fitness & wellbeing

Free chair fitness and wellbeing workshops!

25 Apr 2026

Adventure Bike Playground

Work as a group to find the torn pieces of the treasure map and discover the hidden booty. 

25 Apr 2026

Anzac Dawn Service - Māngere Domain

A time for people to gather as a community and remember those who gave their lives for our nation.

25 Apr 2026

Anzac Day Parades and Services 2026

Anzac Day is a time to reflect on the servicemen and servicewomen, past and present, who have dis...

25 Apr 2026

Felt and fibre market

Visitors will be able to purchase unique handmade goods and raw materials, meet makers and learn...