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Community news 20 Aug 2026

Glow up: more Puketāpapa fields to light up at night

More Puketāpapa sports fields will shine bright at night.

Transport 19 Aug 2026

$1.7 million transport investment for Waitākere Ranges

The projects will help connect neighbourhoods, improve access to public transport and give people more sustainable ways to get where they need to go.

Community news 19 Aug 2026

Waiheke grants bring stories to life and protect native wildlife

Local board funding is helping Waiheke community groups deliver creative experiences for families while supporting the island’s ongoing fight to eradicate stoats.

Community news 19 Aug 2026

From baroque music to environmental science, local grants make a difference

Devonport-Takapuna Local Board grants are helping local organisations deliver projects that benefit the community.

Community news 18 Aug 2026

Landing on the right park: next lot of Tāmaki land exchanges open for feedback

Future park improvements are locked in for Maungakiekie-Tamaki, with the confirmation of land exchanges for Maybury Reserve (eastern end), Taurica Reserve and Torino Reserve. 

Community news 18 Aug 2026

Opening hours changing at four Henderson-Massey libraries

Opening hours at four Henderson-Massey libraries and community hubs will change slightly from 10 October to better meet community demand and visiting patterns.

Community news 14 Aug 2026

Celebrating 15 years of young leaders in East Auckland

For 15 years, Howick Youth Council has been proving that young people aren’t just the leaders of tomorrow — they’re already leading today.

Community news 13 Aug 2026

A helping hand when it matters most

When technology, paperwork or government systems become overwhelming, island residents have someone they can turn to.

Events

16 Oct 2026

Art exhibition opening: Diwali in Colours

Come and celebrate the creativity of our local community.

16 Oct 2026

Author talk: Dacre Cottage and the Weiti Block

Join Felicity as she shares insights from her book, ‘Dacre Cottage and the Weiti Block’.

16 Oct 2026

Hands On Ecology series: Regenerative practices for weed control

Join us in learning te ao Māori approach to restoration!

16 Oct 2026

He kokonga whare e kitea exhibition

Using cotton, ukutea (gypsum plaster) and kauri, Ange Oliver approaches her practice intuitively...

16 Oct 2026

Home exhibition

Fa’amele Etuale is a contemporary Samoan artist whose passion stems from her foundational work as...

16 Oct 2026

I’m Just Older, Darling

An afternoon gathering for older rainbow people and their friends to celebrate the joy of ageing.

16 Oct 2026

Kitinga bashenyi exhibition

Enjoy an art exhibition by Lema Shamamba.

16 Oct 2026

Knox music series: Singalong with Ben

A lovely interactive singalong where participants are encouraged to choose songs and join in.