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Community 15 Mar 2019

Community safety top priority for Māngere-Ōtāhuhu Local Board

The local board is committed to work with the community on a long-term solution to ongoing safety concerns.

Environment 15 Mar 2019

Two more Queensland fruit flies found in Northcote

Biosecurity zones expanded and further restrictions on movement of fruit, vegetables and green waste.

Cultural 15 Mar 2019

100 years on Belgium honours women with a cause

The Belgian ambassador to New Zealand is set to unveil plaques honouring two women who received the Médaille de la Reine Elisabeth for their humanitarian work during World War One.

Educational 14 Mar 2019

Technology hub confirmed for MIT

Centre of excellence will create jobs in the community.

Heritage 14 Mar 2019

A move forward for Waikaraka Park Grandstand

Plans have been developed for the demolition of the grandstand and construction of temporary seating.

Pest Free 14 Mar 2019

There’s a kiwi in the wheelhouse – precious cargo on the Hauraki Gulf

Kiwi chicks and other threatened species like wētā are being released on pest-free islands in the Hauraki Gulf. There are now 47 pest-free islands in the Gulf.

14 Mar 2019

Great Barrier Island to host its first star festival during Matariki

This month-long star festival will celebrate Matariki and its International Dark Sky Sanctuary Status from June 29 to July 31.

Technology / Innovation 14 Mar 2019

Taniwha to guard Harbour Bridge this Matariki

Don't miss the dazzling new Vector lights show on Auckland Harbour Bridge opening Matariki Festival this weekend.

Events

04 Mar 2026 - 02 Dec 2026

Wednesday Book Chat

Share your thoughts, discover new titles, and connect with fellow book enthusiasts.

04 Feb 2026 - 02 Dec 2026

Book Chat - Glen Eden Library

Come join our friendly group where you can hear about good books from other keen readers and shar...

04 Feb 2026 - 02 Dec 2026

Book Chat - Sir Edmund Hillary Library

Join our lively group and meet others who are interested in sharing their reading.

08 Oct 2026

Create your own spring badge

Bring the kids along for a hands-on creative drop-in session.

08 Oct 2026

Guided Hīkoi: Ōtuataua Stonefields

Enjoy a guided hīkoi through the unique Ōtuataua Stonefields Historic Reserve at Ihumātao in Māng...

08 Oct 2026

History - Jubilee Blind Institute, Parnell

Discover Parnell’s hidden history.

08 Oct 2026

Ladies, A Talk: An Evening with Alexa Johnston

Join author Alexa Johnston for a delicious journey through New Zealand’s baking traditions, from...

08 Oct 2026

Painted and stitched: Flora and fungi

Join visual artist Alexandra Murphy for a school holiday workshop.