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Youth / Rangatahi 29 Aug 2018

Encouraging kids to stay safe around drains

Elected members have highlighted the potential dangers of playing near drains and fast-flowing water.

Cultural 29 Aug 2018

Entries open for Diwali chalk rangoli competition

Win a $500 cash prize for your rangoli design at Ellen Melville Centre ahead of this year's festival.

Environment 29 Aug 2018

Returning our lakes to good health

Auckland's lakes are under threat, but we have the chance to reverse the trend and restore their health.

Environment 28 Aug 2018

Sustainable design a step closer for Henderson

Henderson’s future as an ‘urban eco-centre’ has received a boost.

Cultural 27 Aug 2018

Māori Cultural Initiatives Fund empowering local marae

Grants have been used to make much-needed improvements to marae facilities in Māngere.

Housing 27 Aug 2018

Work kicks off on housing for older Aucklanders

Work starts on new homes for older Aucklanders.

Libraries 24 Aug 2018

Feedback wanted on Takanini Library and Community Hub

Tell us what you think about the concept plans for the services and the interior fit for the new Takanini Library and Community Hub.

24 Aug 2018

Upgrade begins at Waiuku’s Sandspit Reserve

Work has now begun on the Sandspit Reserve seawall upgrade and beach replenishment.

Events

05 Oct 2026

The long track to the CRL

Transport commentator Dr Brian McDonnell presents an illustrated history of Auckland’s passenger...

06 Oct 2026

Auckland Domain heritage walk: Māra Kai to Park

Join long-time local guide Shelagh Coop on a walk through this historic landscape, uncovering its...

06 Oct 2026

Culinary adventures

Discover the connections between food, place and heritage in this engaging talk that celebrates t...

06 Oct 2026

Food Histories: A Community Conversation

Discover how food carries stories of culture, memory and belonging across generations and communi...

06 Oct 2026

Layered gel prints

Learn to create exciting layered prints using gel printing plates!

06 Oct 2026

Onehunga Fencible & Historical Society Talk

This talk offers a fascinating glimpse into early cross-cultural exchange.

06 Oct 2026

Ponsonby heritage kōrero

Come join Ponsonby locals for a kōrero (discussion) about the early years of Ponsonby.

06 Oct 2026

Rationing 1939-1950: The Household Experience

Domestic rationing began as early as 1939 and remarkably was not fully lifted until 1950, meaning...