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Community news 11 May 2026

Onehunga Mall parking pilot to improve access 

A 12‑month pilot to improve parking around Onehunga Mall will start on 11 May

Community news 8 May 2026

Roll into the fun at Riverhead Skatepark

From first ramps to scooters and whānau fun — the Riverhead community celebrates its new skatepark.

Sustainability 7 May 2026

Face to face with nature (literally)

At Kohuora Park, learning came alive - sometimes landing right on your face.

Playgrounds 7 May 2026

Fresh play space at Raewyn Reserve

Raewyn Reserve playground in Pakūranga has been given a new lease on life, transforming into a safe, welcoming space for local families to enjoy - thanks to the Howick Local Board.

Community news 6 May 2026

Onehunga sports memberships surge with local board funding

The Te Papapa Onehunga Rugby & Sports Club is seeing super-strong membership growth.

Community news 6 May 2026

Albert-Eden provides key $300,000 investment into Pt Chevalier marae

Point Chevalier’s Te Māhurehure Marae will receive a $300,000 investment for construction of its new Wāhi Mahi studios. 

Community news 5 May 2026

Beachlands Community Hub takes shape

The refreshed space will support connection, creativity and everyday use – featuring flexible areas to work, meet, create and recreate.

4 May 2026

Five ways Franklin cares for its flora and fauna

A total of $900,000 was allocated to protect Franklin's natural environment in 2025/2026.

Events

04 Jul 2026 - 19 Jul 2026

School Holidays - MOTAT

This July, explore how lenses and optics shape the way we see everything around us.

04 Jul 2026 - 19 Jul 2026

The Stars of Matariki - Ngā Whetu o Matariki

Drop into the museum and watch the story of Matariki unfold through sand art.

04 Jul 2026 - 19 Jul 2026

The Whetū of Matariki

An exhibition of whetū and their stories, featuring artwork by AUT design student Te Awanui-a-Ran...

04 Jul 2026 - 19 Jul 2026

Time Travellers' Quiz

See if you've got what it takes to crack the Time Traveller's Quiz and be in to win!

04 Jul 2026 - 19 Jul 2026

Vector Lights for Matariki

Vector Lights is honouring Matariki with a dedicated light and sound show created by Ngāti Whātua...

04 Jul 2026 - 19 Jul 2026

Walk on the wild side: Gallery encounters

These school holidays, step into a world where museum specimens come to life through story, imagi...

04 Jul 2026 - 19 Jul 2026

Whetūrangitia

An exhibition series in celebration of Matariki, honouring both those who have passed in previous...

04 Jul 2026 - 26 Jul 2026

Kids and whānau create

Come along for a range of creative Matariki activities.