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Community 3 Aug 2026

A little longer, but worth the wait

Howick Library and the adjacent Fencible Lounge will close for a major renewal from February, with temporary services in place to keep the community connected while improvements are made.

Community news 3 Aug 2026

How to apply: Ōrākei Local Board Grants

Applying for a local board grant for the first time can be daunting, we want to help.

Community news 3 Aug 2026

How to apply: Waitematā Local or Quick Response Grant

Applying for a local board grant for the first time can be daunting, we want to help.

Libraries 30 Jul 2026

Celebrating a century of Remuera Library

One of our favourite community spaces and heritage buildings, Remuera Library, is 100 years old.

Community news 28 Jul 2026

1Punch2Much: Turning potential into purpose

A violence-prevention programme is helping rangatahi across south Auckland build the confidence, resilience and leadership skills to make positive choices.

Community news 28 Jul 2026

Are you Fur Real – a bigger and better dog park

Dogs and their owners now have more space to explore, exercise and socialise following the expansion of the dog park at Lloyd Elsmore Park in Pakuranga.

Community news 22 Jul 2026

Twenty-five new chapters added to Papakura’s story

Papakura has adopted twenty-five new park names, shared by Ngaati Te Ata Waiohua, Ngāti Tamaoho, Te Aakitai Waiohua and Ngāi Tai ki Tāmaki.

Community news 20 Jul 2026

Lighting up volunteer accommodation

Grant funding from the local board is helping volunteers make a difference at Glenfern Sanctuary.

Events

18 Aug 2026 - 15 Dec 2026

Synergy multi-sports

Ignite a passion for sport and encourage a healthy, active lifestyle for your tamariki!

11 Aug 2026 - 01 Dec 2026

Art Kids

This fun after-school art programme introduces children to different cultures and places through...

11 Aug 2026 - 01 Dec 2026

Light volleyball

A fun and accessible twist on traditional volleyball.

11 Aug 2026 - 01 Dec 2026

Squad180

Join the Squad180 team for a gentle yet effective workout designed to strengthen the body, improv...

11 Aug 2026 - 08 Dec 2026

Aroha Tai Chi

This welcoming class is a wonderful way to improve mobility, reduce stress, and connect with othe...

11 Aug 2026 - 14 Dec 2027

Charity crafters

We support several charities by donating handmade goods, and we are looking for generous knitters...

04 Aug 2026 - 08 Sep 2026

Screen printing on fabric

Join visual artist Romina Ortega in a 6-week screen printing class and learn the fundamentals of...

04 Aug 2026 - 15 Sep 2026

Art and Tea: 7-week course

A holistic wellbeing course based on the freedom of artistic expression.