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Community 7 Mar 2019

Local board applauds fizz-free event

One of south Auckland’s most popular summer events, the Portage Crossing, took the bold step of declaring themselves ‘fizz free’ this year.

Cultural 7 Mar 2019

The open arms of Ruapotaka Marae

Ruapotaka Marae provides whānau-based services to Māori and to the wider community in the heart of Glen Innes.

Community 7 Mar 2019

Fall in amount of graffiti vandalism in Albert-Eden

The overall number of graffiti vandalism incidents in the Albert-Eden local board area dropped from 9137 in 2017 to 8615 in 2018.

Heritage 7 Mar 2019

New Manurewa toilets reveal railway history

Commuters needing a pit stop at Manurewa train station will not only get some relief - but a little insight into local history.

Beaches 6 Mar 2019

WATCH: The Manukau Harbour's stunning beauty

A place of such beauty, in need of our protection and care.

Environment 6 Mar 2019

Great Barrier Local Board goes solar-powered

Great Barrier Local Board has adopted a solar-powered system for the council facilities at Claris.

Environment 5 Mar 2019

Remuera tree with Dutch elm disease to be removed

An elm tree on Benson Road in Remuera will be removed after being found to have Dutch elm disease.

Arts 5 Mar 2019

Kate Sheppard ribbons come to life in art

Team up and move the Kate Sheppard ribbons in a new interactive sculpture by artist Jae Kang in Pukekohe.

Events

10 Oct 2026

Children’s games of pioneer families

A children's fun day!

10 Oct 2026

CookBookery with Te Radar

Te Radar's show is a hilarious and heartwarming celebration of the beloved and bizarre cookbooks...

10 Oct 2026

Fruit growers at rest

On this one-hour guided walk through the Glenfield-Birkenhead cemetery, Matt Elliott brings the h...

10 Oct 2026

He Hākari Kōrero: A Feast of Stories

Participants are invited to experience a free one-hour kōrero where heritage is something to be f...

10 Oct 2026

Highwic Spring Workshop Series: How to grow a fabulous flower garden

Join us for a unique and very special opportunity to learn from a master gardener.

10 Oct 2026

Journey through Auckland's heritage

Jump onboard for a community bus trip that travels through the complex heritage of Tāmaki Makaura...

10 Oct 2026

Kiekie preparation for weavers

Join us for a full day harvest and preparation of kiekie for weaving workshop.

10 Oct 2026

Making Life Easier: Home Appliances

Join historian Phil Sai-Louie to discover the changes domestic electricity brought to lives of Au...