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1 Jul 2026

Help guide Franklin’s future direction

A three-year plan has been drafted for Franklin but it’s only as good as the people who help shape it.Share your feedback from 23 June – 23 July 2026 at AKHaveYourSay. It’s your area so it needs your voice.

Community 1 Jul 2026

Shaped by you: improving Ōtara-Papatoetoe together

The Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board Plan 2026 will help shape what comes next for the area over the next three years.

Community 1 Jul 2026

Building better places and spaces in Māngere-Ōtāhuhu

Māngere-Ōtāhuhu, the ball is in your court! Tell us what matters most to you and help shape local investment and delivery for the next three years. Have your say by 23 July.

Community 1 Jul 2026

Even superheroes need great community spaces – and it all starts with you

5 ways Howick Local Board brings plans to life.

30 Jun 2026

Big ideas take shape with local funding across Upper Harbour

Backing community ideas that bring Upper Harbour to life.

Community news 25 Jun 2026

Puketāpapa Local Board funding change sets up investment in community assets

Long-term community assets and future capital investments in Puketāpapa will receive $1.6M, as part of a shift from operational spending to capital investment for the local board's 2026/2027 planning.

Transport 24 Jun 2026

4.5 million for local transport upgrades in Henderson-Massey

“Making Henderson-Massey a great place to live and work starts with ensuring people can move around safely.”

Community news 23 Jun 2026

Four reasons to explore Pukekawa paths

Pukekawa / Auckland Domain has pathways for everyone! Check out the recently upgraded walks in the domain.

Events

07 Feb 2026 - 05 Dec 2026

Death Cafe - Avondale Library

Enjoy a group-directed, confidential discussion about death with no agenda, objectives or themes....

04 Jan 2026 - 14 Dec 2026

Sinhala and Sri Lankan culture

Fun, interactive sessions introduce traditions, history, and Sinhala basics.

07 Sep 2026

Chip Packet Project working bee

Help us recycle old chip packets into emergency blankets for vulnerable communities.

07 Sep 2026

Create a better end-of-life experience

Join local end-of-life Doula Sherie Sullivan to discover the choices many people are unaware of. 

07 Sep 2026

Digital Drop-in

Drop in with your questions and get simple, one‑on‑one support to help you get started.

07 Sep 2026

Discover Libby and our language collections

Discover how to access thousands of digital resources through Libby. Explore our language collect...

07 Sep 2026

Dying Matters Week - Panmure

Join us for a week of remembrance, creativity and open conversations about life, death and what m...

07 Sep 2026

Hand sewing for beginners: Pincushion

Learn a basic hand sewing stitch and create your own pincushion!