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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.

Community 29 Sep 2015

Getting on with business

A six-week crime prevention trial funded by Henderson-Massey Local Board sees private security guards address anti-social behaviour, intimidation, loitering and recovering stolen goods.

Theatre / Performance 29 Sep 2015

Happy birthday Hawkins Theatre!

Theatre celebrates birthday with community open day including free family film screenings, drama workshops and tours of backstage and technical areas.

Heritage 29 Sep 2015

History on Pedestal Lane

Manurewa Local Board has commemorated a local connection to the Second World War by renaming the eastern section of Peguero Place ‘Pedestal Lane’.

Youth / Rangatahi 29 Sep 2015

Manurewa scoops world record for longest sundae

Manurewa has officially scooped the world record for longest ice-cream dessert.

Sports / Leisure 29 Sep 2015

Massive recreation centre will become 'heart of Ōtāhuhu'

Ōtāhuhu’s new $30.9 million multi‑use facility had its grand opening in August.

Events

26 Sep 2026 - 11 Oct 2026

Growing out west – How migrants fed Auckland

Join us for an archival exhibition about the people who established the vital market gardens and...

26 Sep 2026 - 11 Oct 2026

Maungauika – A Mountain of Food

Learn how a kitchen was established on the mountain to feed the prisoners who helped ensure the f...

26 Sep 2026 - 11 Oct 2026

New Zealand heritage recipe books - 1848-1949

Take a stroll down memory lane - or rather ‘cookery’ lane.

26 Sep 2026 - 11 Oct 2026

School holidays - Whangaparāoa

Come along to Whangaparāoa Library for our fun school holiday activities!

26 Sep 2026 - 11 Oct 2026

Stillwater to sea: Waterways, whenua and community

Join us for a guided heritage walk beginning at the Stillwater Boating Club and following the Te...

26 Sep 2026 - 11 Oct 2026

Tastes of Tāmaki

Celebrate Ponsonby's rich history, diverse communities and this year’s festival theme, Tastes of...

26 Sep 2026 - 11 Oct 2026

Te Waahi o Papakura: Papakura Heritage Trail

Explore Papakura through a downloadable, self‑guided heritage trail featuring local history, sign...

26 Sep 2026 - 11 Oct 2026

You're already part of our history!

Come along to view our historical photographic collection, which traces the building's past throu...