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Community 3 Apr 2019

Howick school receives funds to improve popular walking route

Howick Local Board has provided $1million to improve footpaths and bridges for children walking to school.

Plans / Projects 3 Apr 2019

New timeline for Waiheke area plan

Public consultation on a draft area plan for Waiheke will now take place mid-year.

Community 3 Apr 2019

A brand new lodge for Motu Kaikoura

A new lodge has been opened on Motu Kaikoura, a scenic reserve just off the coast of Great Barrier.

Civil Defence / Emergency Management 3 Apr 2019

Tsunami siren warning test on Sunday 7 April

A tsunami siren test will sound at noon on Sunday 7 April in the Rodney and Waitakere ward areas.

Cultural 2 Apr 2019

Preparations in full swing for Diversity Festival 2019

Experience the diverse cultures of South Auckland with Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board’s signature event.

Transport 2 Apr 2019

Weight limit set on Mercer Bridge

The weight limit on Mercer Bridge on Mercer Ferry Road has been reduced.

Community 1 Apr 2019

Sikh temple a community hub open to all

New Zealand’s largest Sikh temple, Gurudwara Sri Kalgidhar Sahib, is a thriving community hub in south Auckland.

Plans / Projects 1 Apr 2019

Drury and Pukekohe destined for major urban transformation

Homes for up to 80,000 people are forecast in council draft structure plans for Drury-Opāheke and Pukekohe–Paerata.

Events

08 Mar 2026 - 03 May 2026

Avtar Singh: I just like to draw

Singh embarks on a mission to translate familiar, highly consumed images into her own visual lang...

08 Mar 2026 - 17 May 2026

Death Cafe

Enjoy a group-directed, confidential discussion about death with no agenda, objectives or themes.

08 Mar 2026 - 17 May 2026

Kalisolaite 'Uhila: Koe tenga tete to tete utu pe koia

Kalisolaite ‘Uhila revisits a formative period in his life in this exhibition.

15 Feb 2026 - 06 Dec 2026

Yoga and Art Immersion

These Hatha yoga classes will include warm-up stretching, building to stronger poses, flow balanc...

04 Jan 2026 - 14 Dec 2026

Sinhala and Sri Lankan culture

Fun, interactive sessions introduce traditions, history, and Sinhala basics.

16 Feb 2025 - 23 Dec 2029

Dementia friendly Sunday

Come for a cuppa and a chat in a safe friendly space.

13 Apr 2026

Cloisonné enamel for kids

You’ll learn how to carefully bend and shape delicate metal wires to form intricate patterns and...

13 Apr 2026

Decorating Atar Pots

Paint and decorate a clay pot to celebrate Thingyan, Myanmar New Year.