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Environment 7 Aug 2018

Waterways Protection Fund empowers environmental action

Funds are available to Franklin landowners to help restore the Mauku Stream.

Transport 7 Aug 2018

Rural road safety improvements will save lives

More than 400km of rural roads are being targeted as part of a major focus on road safety.

Heritage 2 Aug 2018

New public artwork reflects heritage streetscape

Floating high above O’Connell Street, Light Weight O by artist Catherine Griffiths is a new Auckland Council public artwork.

Plans / Projects 2 Aug 2018

Reducing flooding a key focus for Howick councillor

Meetings are being held to help tackle flooding issues in Howick.

Community 2 Aug 2018

Recognising Howick's volunteers

A special event has been held to recognise the efforts of Howick's unsung heroes – its volunteers.

Community 2 Aug 2018

Targeted rate for Papakura food scraps collection

Auckland’s new food scraps collection service has been introduced in Papakura.

Plans / Projects 2 Aug 2018

Heritage facades to stay at Saffron development

Latest proposals will save historic facades around Albert Street's Saffron development.

Transport 1 Aug 2018

New overbridge eases the way for Pukekohe Station's customers

There's a new easy link for train and bus passengers at Pukekohe Station.

Events

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...

30 Oct 2026

Specialist drop-in: Throwing from the body

This intermediate-level class explores ways to throw larger forms by working with the body rather...

31 Oct 2026

Highwic Plant Fair

The Highwic garden will be in full bloom, and a wide range of stallholders will be on site.