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Food / Drink 1 Dec 2017

The Kitchen Project launches

Emerging food entrepreneurs in west Auckland can now apply for The Kitchen Project, a local initiative that offers affordable kitchen space for product development as well as a mentoring programme.

Arts 1 Dec 2017

Top creative talent take up residency at Studio One Toi Tū

Studio One Toi Tū has announced the five recipients of their 2017/2018 Creative Studio Residency.

Community 1 Dec 2017

What I love about . . . Centennial Park

OurAuckland talks to Richard Hursthouse, who chairs Forest and Bird, North Shore and the Centennial Park Bush Society.

Community 30 Nov 2017

Commission decides no change for Auckland

North Rodney and Waiheke Island will remain part of Auckland Council after the Local Government Commission decided against proposals for separate unitary councils.

Cultural 30 Nov 2017

The story of the mighty Maungakiekie

The Maungakiekie pā (Māori fortress) was once home to several thousand people.

Waste 30 Nov 2017

Red bins on a roll in south and east Auckland

Thanks, south and east Auckland – you’re winning at binning the bags!

Environment 30 Nov 2017

An app to report myrtle rust

Smartphone app for spotting and reporting myrtle rust.

29 Nov 2017

New-look Teed Street open for business

Newmarket hotspot Teed Street has been transformed under Waitematā Local Board’s Laneways Plan.

Events

21 Jul 2026 - 08 Dec 2026

Wriggle and Rhyme - Te Manawa

Wriggle and Rhyme promotes active movement and brain development for babies up to 18 months.

21 Jul 2026 - 15 Dec 2026

Capoeira Luanda classes

Learn the basics of capoeira and play capoeira instruments.

14 Jul 2026 - 12 Jan 2027

Book Chat - Birkenhead

Drop in for a cuppa and a chat about what we've just been reading.

16 Jun 2026 - 31 Dec 2026

Toddler Time - Flat Bush

Join us each week for stories, songs and fun! 

09 Jun 2026 - 15 Dec 2026

Stitch and Chat - Glen Eden

Let's stitch knit, sew, craft, crochet, marcrame, create and CHAT!

02 Jun 2026 - 17 Dec 2026

Wāhi Kōrero - Rānui

Come along to practice and develop your Reo Māori.

19 May 2026 - 30 May 2028

Adult story time - Mt Albert

Come along and enjoy inclusive stories, music, movement and connection.

12 May 2026 - 08 Dec 2026

Social Gaming

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