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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

30 Sep 2026 - 07 Oct 2026

Howick Heritage Walk

This one-and-a-half-hour tour of Howick showcases the village's deep and unique history within th...

30 Sep 2026 - 10 Oct 2026

Night at Auckland Museum: Top Secret

An evening of storytelling, live performance, hands-on activities, games and challenges as the mu...

30 Sep 2026 - 26 Oct 2026

Perspective - Mizuhiki by Kana Inami

An interactive Mizuhiki art installation by international artist Kana.

01 Oct 2026

Archaeology at Hudsons Beach

Come along to discover the practical, hands-on reality of uncovering and preserving the stories b...

01 Oct 2026

Auckland’s post-war polio outbreaks

In this presentation, Dr Brian McDonnell will share details of Auckland’s post-war polio outbreaks.

01 Oct 2026

Blockhouse Bay: Picnics and Produce

Come along to connect with the heritage of the area and enjoy a chat with neighbours over refresh...

01 Oct 2026

Celebrating Parnell's Farmers' Market and History

A convivial meeting at the Parnell Library to celebrate the institution of the Parnell Farmers' M...

01 Oct 2026

Create your own lavender bag

Bring the kids along for a lovely hands-on creative drop-in session exploring natural scents and...