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10 Apr 2026

Three ways Manurewa cares for its flora and fauna

Manurewa Local Board is investing $1.1 million in 2025/2026 to protect and enhance its natural environment.

Community news 8 Apr 2026

5 ways locals help wildlife in Hibiscus and Bays

Locals are stepping up for nature and protecting native wildlife with support from Hibiscus and Bays Local Board.

Community news 8 Apr 2026

More play, more fun: Muriwai Village Green gets a makeover

Construction starts soon to bring exciting new facilities for all ages.

8 Apr 2026

5 ways to protect Rodney’s environment

Across Rodney, communities are coming together to protect native wildlife, restore ecosystems, and help nature thrive.

Environment news 7 Apr 2026

4-ward thinking: 4 ways the Local Board makes green happen

Let’s take a look at four ways the Māngere-Ōtāhuhu Local Board is supporting environmental work in the community.

Community 7 Apr 2026

Four ways the Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board delivers on sustainability

Growing food, cutting costs, and building connection, Ōtara-Papatoetoe locals are turning to māra kai and community gardens, and the board is keen to help others get started.

Environment 7 Apr 2026

Five ways the Waiheke Local Board protects our environment

Across Waiheke, locals are taking action - trapping pests, restoring wetlands, reducing waste and protecting marine life. Backed by the Local Board, these efforts are helping safeguard the island’s environment and the wider Hauraki Gulf .

Taiao - Environment 7 Apr 2026

Five ways the Devonport-Takapuna Local Board protects our environment

From restoring native habitats to reducing waste and improving waterways, people across Devonport-Takapuna are working together to care for the local environment. with support from the local board.

Events

24 May 2026 - 26 Jul 2026

Planting to protect Matakana River banks

Make a difference on a stunning stretch of the Matakana River. 

17 May 2026 - 06 Dec 2026

Tamariki Book Club

Join the adventure. Build your confidence in a safe and inclusive space at our book club.

03 May 2026 - 31 May 2026

Craft a puppet creature

Get creative in this fun, hands-on puppet-making workshop run by artist Sarah Cowie where fabric...

03 May 2026 - 31 May 2026

Swimming skeletons

Tamariki can bring a fishy friend to life, bones and all!

03 May 2026 - 28 Jun 2026

Junior and intermediate dodgeball

Designed to introduce children to dodgeball as well as improve their skills while having fun.

12 Apr 2026 - 20 Dec 2026

Grey Lynn Farmers Market

Get access to locally sourced, fresh and nutritionally dense food through our vibrant farmers mar...

22 Mar 2026 - 07 Jun 2026

Kahurangiariki Smith: Kai a te Taniwha

In this exhibition, taniwha are depicted as forms that emerge in response to emotional intensity,...

15 Mar 2026 - 20 Dec 2026

Kōrero Mai te reo: Māori weekly conversation group

A friendly, supportive get together for all levels to learn, practice, enjoy and improve te reo.