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Arts 29 Jan 2020

Sculptor of the week - James Wright

James Wright's sculpture Ratiti Mya is on display at the Auckland Botanic Gardens this summer.

Arts 29 Jan 2020

Sculptor of the week - Bing Dawe

Christchurch-based sculptor Bing Dawe is exhibiting at Sculpture in the Gardens until 6 March 2016.

Youth / Rangatahi 29 Jan 2020

Rangatahi Youth Scholarships

Sixteen promising students have been awarded Manurewa Local Board Rangatahi Youth Scholarships to pursue study.

Community 28 Jan 2020

Manurewa exhibition calls for peace and tolerance

A Manurewa artist details the suffering of Assyrian people in a Nathan Homestead exhibition.

Community 23 Dec 2019

Manurewa community grants top $40,000

More than $40,000 has been allocated in the first round of Manurewa Local Board quick response grants.

20 Dec 2019

Mix of new faces and returning members lead local boards

Returning members and several new faces are among those elected to lead your local boards for the 2019-2022 term.

Transport 19 Dec 2019

Safety boost for Homai station

A state-of-the-art CCTV system has been installed at Homai station to improve safety in the area.

Community 18 Dec 2019

Papakura Local Board grants announced

Community organisations have been given a boost thanks to Papakura Local Board grants.

Events

04 Feb 2026 - 02 Dec 2026

Book Chat - Sir Edmund Hillary Library

Join our lively group and meet others who are interested in sharing their reading.

09 May 2026

Rowandale Reserve playspace opening

Bring your crew for a fun-filled day with characters, a DJ, ice creams, sausage sizzles, giant bu...

13 May 2026

Tool sharpening basics for secateurs and spades

Learn-as-you-go workshop on sharpening essential garden tools.

20 May 2026

Curious Curator: a guided walk

Join our curious curator, Barbara, for a guided walk exploring some of the botanic garden’s most...