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Plans / Projects 29 Sep 2015

Onehunga Mall upgrade kicks off

The $2.7 million project, which will upgrade the mall between Grey Street and Arthur Street, is a priority in the Maungakiekie-Tāmaki Local Board Plan 2014, and received strong support from the wider community during recent consultation.

Heritage 29 Sep 2015

Peace tree honours the past

A memorial tree has been planted at Arlene Shultz Park, Manurewa, to commemorate the centenary of the First World War.

Environment 29 Sep 2015

Project Little Oneroa

Improving the health of Little Oneroa Stream

Environment 29 Sep 2015

Protecting Waiheke’s marine environment

Waiheke Local Board engaged Colmar Brunton to help determine what the Waiheke community feels about the board’s aspirations toward the development of a network of marine protected areas connecting the islands in the Hauraki Gulf.

29 Sep 2015

Putting Pakuranga on the map

Howick Local Board has formally endorsed the Pakuranga Town Centre Masterplan, which presents the board’s aspirations for Pakuranga town centre.

Beaches 29 Sep 2015

Putting Piha on the radar

During the Second World War, Piha was the site of a radar station critical to New Zealand’s defence.

Arts 29 Sep 2015

Franklin Arts Festival celebrates 25 years

A signature event highlighting Franklin's creative talent with an exhibition from more than 180 established and emerging artists.

Environment 29 Sep 2015

Get your fix in Helensville

Recycling initiative helps Helensville residents repair their broken belongings and minimise waste.

Events

20 Sep 2025 - 19 Jul 2026

Artland by Do Ho Suh & children

The installation features imaginative creatures and fantastical landscapes including Noodlegrass,...

01 Sep 2025 - 31 Aug 2026

The Lightship

In a time marked by cost-of-living pressures and mental health concerns, The Lightship offers an...

06 Aug 2025 - 20 Dec 2026

Sandringham Community Playgroup

Stay for as little or as long as you like, on whichever days you prefer.

02 Sep 2024 - 30 Sep 2027

Climate Action Trail

The Climate Action Trail at Auckland’s Botanic Gardens is the perfect adventure!

07 Jul 2026

Big box play: Pop up creative playground

Kids take the lead on this one as they repurpose and explore with household recycling, loose part...

07 Jul 2026

Harakeke weaving for tamariki

Celebrate Matariki and explore te ao Māori through a hands-on harakeke weaving session led by Wha...

07 Jul 2026

Looking back to move forward: The call of pōhutukawa

Discover the meaning and practices surrounding Matariki.

07 Jul 2026

Matariki star dream catcher workshop

Bring along your tamariki for this Matariki star dream catcher workshop with The Recreators!