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Playgrounds 21 Jun 2018

New playground a hit in Weymouth

Kids can run, jump, climb, dig and enjoy water play at a new playground in the Manurewa suburb of Weymouth.

Transport 20 Jun 2018

Franklin Local Board boosts child safety

Franklin Local Board got together with AT to buy child restraints for families in the Franklin area.

Environment 20 Jun 2018

Students take on the moth plant

Auckland high school students take on an unusual challenge – eradicating moth plants pods.

Community 20 Jun 2018

Hibiscus and Bays volunteers honoured in National Volunteer Week

Hibiscus and Bays Local Board thanks volunteers for their hard work and devotion to their community.

Heritage 20 Jun 2018

Ellen Melville Centre wins

The Ellen Melville Centre and Freyberg Place upgrade has been recognised for design excellence.

20 Jun 2018

Nominations open for Howick by-election

Nominations open today 20 June to fill a vacancy on the council’s Governing Body following the passing of Howick Ward Councillor Dick Quax.

Beaches 19 Jun 2018

Extensive testing and new signage at Takapuna Beach

The new signage at Takapuna Beach advises people not to swim or play in water coming out of public stormwater outlets.

Youth / Rangatahi 19 Jun 2018

Hit me with your best shot!

Photo competition invites residents to share what they love most about Birkenhead.

Events

02 Oct 2026 - 04 Oct 2026

Coffee with Eelco-dinner Theatre

Come for dinner at Lake House Arts and stay for the show!

02 Oct 2026 - 02 Apr 2027

Te Atatū Food Truck Fridays

Experience Auckland’s longest running community food truck night, with delicious street food, liv...

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.