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Community 7 Mar 2019

Local board applauds fizz-free event

One of south Auckland’s most popular summer events, the Portage Crossing, took the bold step of declaring themselves ‘fizz free’ this year.

Beaches 6 Mar 2019

WATCH: The Manukau Harbour's stunning beauty

A place of such beauty, in need of our protection and care.

Policies / Regulations 26 Feb 2019

Alcohol ban area extended in Māngere Bridge

Māngere-Ōtāhuhu Local Board has approved the extension of the alcohol ban at Māngere Bridge Town Centre and Kiwi Esplanade.

Environment 20 Feb 2019

New species of fruit fly found in Ōtara

The Ministry for Primary Industries has confirmed a second type of fruit fly has been found in a surveillance trap in the Auckland suburb of Ōtara.

Housing 5 Feb 2019

Where to next for Auckland's town centres?

How we manage Auckland's development is vital to the future of our region, Hayden Donnell writes.

Environment 1 Feb 2019

Awakeri Wetlands Project digs deep to support new community

Eco-friendly community for Takanini.

Community 29 Jan 2019

Nominations open for Māngere-Ōtāhuhu Volunteer Awards

Celebrate your community's unsung heroes by nominating them for a Community Volunteer Award.

Mayor 25 Jan 2019

AMETI busway construction contract signed

A $100 million contract has been signed for part of the AMETI Eastern Busway between Panmure and Pakuranga.

Events

03 Jun 2026

Love your leftovers

Get tips and tricks to create leftover inspired meals and be a leftover legend! 

05 Jun 2026 - 16 Jun 2026

Pacific Dance Festival

Pacific Dance Festival returns this June with a powerful celebration of contemporary Pacific iden...

11 Jun 2026 - 02 Dec 2026

BrainCharge - East

Discover a location near you and join us for a warm, welcoming wellbeing experience - we’d love t...

11 Jun 2026 - 21 Dec 2026

BrainCharge - South

Discover a location near you and join us for a warm, welcoming wellbeing experience - we’d love t...

12 Jun 2026

Whakapapa research wānanga

Come along if you are interested in whakapapa, Māori history, taonga or research methods.

16 Jun 2026 - 02 Dec 2026

BrainCharge - Central

Discover a location near you and join us for a warm, welcoming wellbeing experience - we’d love t...

02 Dec 2025 - 17 Jun 2026

Cloth nappies, parenting and more

Join us for this insightful and humorous session tailored for parents looking to make sustainable...

17 Jun 2026

Rōreka workshop

A community-led workshop celebrating te reo Māori and waiata.