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Community 14 Mar 2019

Why do we fly kites at Matariki?

Join in this Māori tradition at the three Manu Aute Kite Day events this Sunday.

Development 14 Mar 2019

Progress on Hurstmere Road upgrade

Hurstmere Road is being upgraded to create a more open, modern and lively beachside destination.

Development 14 Mar 2019

Transforming Takapuna

The revitalisation of the Takapuna town centre is in full swing following the recent demolition of buildings on Hurstmere Road.

Heritage 13 Mar 2019

Pukekohe railway station fate still undecided

Efforts are underway to assess the cost of moving the station, with an eye on preserving parts of the historic building.

Community 12 Mar 2019

Panmure’s iconic roundabout is set for a change

Work is due to begin on long-awaited improvements in Panmure as part of the ongoing AMETI project.

Community 12 Mar 2019

Residents urged to speak up about speed limits in Franklin

Franklin Local Board members are urging residents to have their say on proposed speed limit changes in the area.

Community 11 Mar 2019

New Lynn Community Centre in line for $1 million investment

A decision has been made to redevelop and improve facilities at the popular venue.

Youth / Rangatahi 11 Mar 2019

Papakura Local Board savings invested in community

Careful cost management has seen the board vote to allocate more than $50,000 to community activities.

Events

30 Sep 2026 - 07 Oct 2026

Howick Heritage Walk

This one-and-a-half-hour tour of Howick showcases the village's deep and unique history within th...

30 Sep 2026 - 09 Oct 2026

School Holidays - Wonderful Worlds at Blockhouse Bay Library

Enjoy fun school holiday activities at Blockhouse Bay Library!

30 Sep 2026 - 10 Oct 2026

Night at Auckland Museum: Top Secret

An evening of storytelling, live performance, hands-on activities, games and challenges as the mu...

30 Sep 2026 - 26 Oct 2026

Perspective - Mizuhiki by Kana Inami

An interactive Mizuhiki art installation by international artist Kana.

01 Oct 2026

Archaeology at Hudsons Beach

Come along to discover the practical, hands-on reality of uncovering and preserving the stories b...

01 Oct 2026

Auckland’s post-war polio outbreaks

In this presentation, Dr Brian McDonnell will share details of Auckland’s post-war polio outbreaks.

01 Oct 2026

Blockhouse Bay: Picnics and Produce

Come along to connect with the heritage of the area and enjoy a chat with neighbours over refresh...

01 Oct 2026

Celebrating Parnell's Farmers' Market and History

A convivial meeting at the Parnell Library to celebrate the institution of the Parnell Farmers' M...