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Development 8 Jul 2016

Papatoetoe mall gets major upgrade

A major upgrade of a main-street mall in Old Papatoetoe will get underway soon.

Arts 8 Jul 2016

Māori Language Week goes POP

POPPING and piquing public interest on Queens Wharf to celebrate Te Wiki o Te Reo Māori.

Environment 6 Jul 2016

Service changes in Auckland's northwest

If you live in Rodney, Hibiscus Coast, Waitakere or North Shore – or know someone who does – what do you need to know?

Environment 5 Jul 2016

Watch: kids explain recycling changes

Shiny new recycling bins will be gracing properties in Rodney, Hibiscus Coast, North Shore and Waitākere from 1 July as changes to recycling collections take effect.

Community 29 Jun 2016

Culture and community supported by grant

One family fun day received a boost from community grant funding. Apply for a grant to support your own community initiative, project or event.

Community 27 Jun 2016

Video showcases Manurewa's homegrown stars

An Olympic gold medallist, the head of one of New Zealand’s biggest companies, a television newsreader and a neighbourhood bakery are among ‘stars’ of a new video celebrating the south Auckland community of Manurewa.

Environment 24 Jun 2016

Helensville couple NZ's top farmers

Richard and Dianne Kidd of Helensville were announced the winners of the Ballance Farm Environment Awards at the 2016 National Sustainability Showcase.

Beaches 22 Jun 2016

Greenlight for Ōrewa seawall design

Auckland Council is going to seek consent to build a permanent seawall at the northern end of Ōrewa Beach.

Events

04 Sep 2026

Curator tour of Homestead Galleries

Join us for an intimate tour of our current exhibitions: Tūturu Kāenga and Witipū.

04 Sep 2026 - 04 Dec 2026

DEANZ Repair Café

An opportunity to repair loved and damaged items for free, helping save money and reduce the amou...

04 Sep 2026 - 04 Dec 2026

Wā Pūrākau Bilingual Storytime

Together, we will explore the joy of pūrākau (stories) through pukapuka, waiata, bubbles and more!

21 Aug 2026 - 11 Dec 2026

Kaumātua and open groove

Enjoy a fun, high-energy workout that's suitable for all ages and fitness levels.

21 Aug 2026 - 18 Dec 2026

Friday Unwind: Qigong, Yoga, Kirtan Meditation

Come along, unwind, relax your body and mind.

21 Aug 2026 - 19 Dec 2026

English Conversation Corner

Practice basic English conversation skills and make new friends.

14 Aug 2026 - 04 Dec 2026

Arts 4 Us West

Come along, get creative, and enjoy exploring their imagination through art and making.

14 Aug 2026 - 04 Dec 2026

Minecraft Mayhem

A safe and welcoming space for tamariki to enjoy playing Minecraft after school.