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Community 18 Jul 2025

Parks for everyone: Rodney report puts accessibility in focus

Accessibility assessments of four Rodney parks highlights the need to make play spaces more inclusive for children and caregivers of all abilities.

Arts 18 Jul 2025

Local creativity on display at Upper Harbour Open Art Studios

Open Art Studios made its debut in Upper Harbour, featuring 16 artists across seven studios and drawing strong community interest.

Community 18 Jul 2025

Putting the brakes on speed: Manurewa board invests in safety

Randwick Park is set to become safer for locals with a major investment of nearly $1.2 million going into traffic-calming measures.

Whanau friendly 18 Jul 2025

Belle Verde Playground reopens

A refreshed playground in Sunnynook now caters for tamariki of all ages, giving whānau in the area more reasons to get outdoors and connect with others in the community.

Community 17 Jul 2025

Avondale Community Centre closes for safety reasons

The Avondale Community Centre has closed its doors permanently after testing revealed high levels of black mould in the building.

Community 15 Jul 2025

Backing community priorities for Franklin

Franklin Local Board has adopted its 2025/2026 work programme guided by community feedback from residents, community groups and mana whenua.

Community 15 Jul 2025

Backing big ideas in Papakura  

Funding available now for community projects and youth in Papakura.

Sports / Leisure 15 Jul 2025

Small grants and big impact for Manurewa  

Local community groups and projects are set to benefit from funding following the Manurewa Local Board’s latest community grants round.

Events

13 Sep 2026

Perfume workshop

Discover the art of fragrance creation in this hands-on perfume workshop inspired by spring and t...

13 Sep 2026

Stihl Shop Browns Bay Boys Toys 2026

Don't miss this free community celebration of horsepower, craftsmanship, hobbies and all things '...

13 Sep 2026

Te wiki o te reo Māori: Te Tūhononga ki Rāwhiti Kapa Haka

Learn waiata or try a little kapa haka in an hour-long open session.

13 Sep 2026

The stories that made us: Finding your voice through storytelling

This is a welcoming, interactive workshop that explores personal storytelling, creativity and sel...

13 Sep 2026

Ukulele for adults

Join our relaxed and friendly beginner's session designed especially for adults.

13 Sep 2026

Ukulele workshop for adults

Learn basic chords, simple strumming techniques and play easy songs in a supportive group environ...

30 Aug 2026 - 27 Sep 2026

Women on wheels

A welcoming programme for all women, designed to help you gain confidence riding a bike in a rela...

09 Aug 2026 - 13 Dec 2026

The Sunday Shift

A new monthly excuse to finally fix the things you've been meaning to fix.