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17 Sep 2018

Half Moon Bay public boat ramp reopens

The public boat ramp has reopened after being assessed for damage caused by last week's storm.

Transport 14 Sep 2018

West Harbour ferry celebrates 1 million passengers

West Harbour ferry marks 1 million passenger trips.

14 Sep 2018

Final results of Howick Ward by-election

Following the Howick Ward by-election, Paul Young (Independent) has been elected as a Howick Ward councillor.

Playgrounds 14 Sep 2018

New playground in Beachlands to benefit whole community

A new playground catering to all age groups and abilities is set to open in Constellation Park.

Community 14 Sep 2018

Where to for Parnell?

A summary of the feedback on the Parnell Plan consultation document is now available online.

Arts 14 Sep 2018

Magic moments at Ellerslie

Sparkly fairies and pint-sized pirates took part in the fairy festival on Sunday 9 September.

Environment 14 Sep 2018

How one school is turning parakai into a maara kai

A Papakura school is making the most of a community food scrap service.

Development 12 Sep 2018

Celebrations in Manukau to mark Putney Way upgrade

Live music, games and cultural performances are set to bring central Manukau alive this Saturday.

Events

24 Oct 2026

Build your own terrarium: A playdate for plant lovers

Join us for a slow, creative session where you’ll build a tiny self-contained world to take home.

24 Oct 2026 - 21 Nov 2026

Handmade spell candles

Create your own taper candles, tuned to your desires and intentions.

25 Jul 2026 - 12 Dec 2026

One cup, one thousand stories

Join these hands-on sessions to immerse in the experience and along the way, gain a deeper unders...

26 Jan 2026 - 30 Nov 2026

Rānui Book Chat

Come along, connect with fellow readers, and get inspired — we’d love to see you there!

27 Oct 2026

The art of micro macrame: Beginner jewellery making

A 6-week micro macrame journey with artist Yoko Onishi through four handmade jewellery projects -...

28 Oct 2026 - 01 Nov 2026

Songs for Nobodies

Three of New Zealand’s most prominent theatrical forces create an unforgettable production.

28 Oct 2026 - 25 Nov 2026

Water-based woodblock printing

In this five-week course, you’ll be introduced to the fundamentals of this sustainable and low-te...

29 Oct 2026

The food of WW1: Bully beef, biscuits and bullets

Let's take a look at some of the staple food dished up to the men and women who went to fight for...