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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

03 Oct 2026

2026 Epsom Moon Festival

Celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival with a fun-filled day of culture, creativity, delicious food an...

03 Oct 2026

A Taste of Parnell

Learn about the history of market gardens in the area and explore one of Auckland’s best farmers...

03 Oct 2026

A Tavola Con Gli Italiani - Dining with Italians

Explore the evolution of food within Italy and the influences from overseas, including drinks and...

03 Oct 2026

Blockhouse Bay: Day trip paradise then and now

Guided by Krystene Vickers from the Blockhouse Bay Historical Society, the tour sets off from Arm...

03 Oct 2026

Botanical printing workshop: Fabric has memory

Transform vintage Japanese silk into a uniquely printed scarf of your very own.

03 Oct 2026

Culture kitchen: Documentary screening and feast

A live cultural experience for the Auckland Heritage Festival.

03 Oct 2026

Food dependence in the history of early Onehunga

Come along to discover an insightful look at how early Onehunga residents built their community f...

03 Oct 2026

Geoheritage guided walk - Maungarei/Mt Wellington

Bringing this explosive past to life, geoheritage specialist Bruce Hayward leads an insightful wa...