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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.

Elections 14 Jul 2025

First nominations are in

Auckland elections candidates: by the numbers - total Auckland local elections nominations received as at Friday 11 July.

Community 14 Jul 2025

Connected communities: Albert-Eden-Puketāpapa ward accredited as a welcoming community

The Puketāpapa and Albert-Eden Local Boards are now accredited as a Committed - Welcoming Community by Immigration New Zealand, for their work to support newcomers and to build more inclusive communities. 

Events

31 Oct 2026

Mental Health Awareness Gig 2026

An inclusive showcase of live music, celebrating community and connection. Belonging matters!

31 Oct 2026

Research and Heritage Collections Open Day

Join us to discover Auckland Libraries' unique collections, stories and research services.

31 Oct 2026

Sandringham Street Festival 2026

Sandringham’s Street Festival is back for its 27th year this year and it's going to be so much fun!

31 Oct 2026

Spooky Space

Join us (if you dare!) for this family-friendly animated planetarium show exploring some of the s...

31 Oct 2026

The 11th NZ Taiwan Film Festival × Saturday Cultural Market

Enjoy a film, explore the cultural market and discover Taiwanese culture.

31 Oct 2026

The animal world in an enchanted forest

Children will discover how Indian classical dance brings animals and characters to life.  

31 Oct 2026

ThreadFest 2026

Come along for a mega fabric swap, workshops and demonstrations from local craft groups.

31 Oct 2026

Whau Arts Festival 2026

This year, we're celebrating the many ways art brings us together along the Whau River.