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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.

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.

Events

29 Sep 2026

An illustrated talk: From mid-winter feast to Christmas Eve supper

Discover traditions of the mid-winter feast in Europe, Christmas dinner in colonial NZ and the 12...

29 Sep 2026

Author Talk: Chinese Market Gardening In Parnell

Join local historian and author Ruth Lam for a talk on Chinese market gardening in Parnell from t...

29 Sep 2026

Fabulous fishy friends

Children will experiment with sculpey clay to create a fabulous fish friend!

29 Sep 2026

Jubilee Building Tour with Blind Low Vision NZ

Explore the rich and detailed history of the Jubilee Building as a residential institute and scho...

29 Sep 2026

Preserving the feast: Beeswax wrap workshop

Enjoyable for families, curious kids and anyone who loves food.

29 Sep 2026

Rationing 1939-1950: The household experience

In this presentation, Lynley Stone from the Mt Albert Historical Society looks closely at the ite...

29 Sep 2026

Scrapbooking Grannie's Recipes

Share a copy of your recipe for our Grannie's Goodies display and find a 'new to you' tried-and-t...

29 Sep 2026 - 06 Oct 2026

Children’s Breadmaking 101

Come along to discover the simple, rewarding joy of traditional baking.