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Civil Defence / Emergency Management 16 Dec 2024

Rodney has a new tool to prepare for emergencies

The Rodney community can use the Rodney Local Board Emergency Readiness and Response Plan for emergencies.

Civil Defence / Emergency Management 13 Dec 2024

Upper Harbour gets new tool to help prepare for emergencies

A new plan is set to empower the Upper Harbour community to better prepare for and respond to emergencies.

Community 13 Dec 2024

Polyfest's 50th celebration goes ahead thanks to Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board

Polyfest will stay in Ōtara for its 50th anniversary, thanks to a $64,500 contribution from the local board.

Community 12 Dec 2024

New facilities grant opens soon for Upper Harbour

Upper Harbour community groups can apply soon for a new facilities grant when applications open 20 January.

Civil Defence / Emergency Management 12 Dec 2024

Adapting for Tomorrow: Waitākere Ranges' Plan to Navigate Emergencies

A new plan is set to empower the Waitākere Ranges community to better prepare for and respond to emergencies.

Civil Defence / Emergency Management 11 Dec 2024

Franklin agrees tool to help in emergencies

A new tool has been put in place to guide emergency responses throughout the Franklin district.

Civil Defence / Emergency Management 11 Dec 2024

Manurewa adopts emergency plan

A new tool to help prepare for emergencies has been put in place in Manurewa.

Community 11 Dec 2024

Papakura gets ready for emergencies

A new tool to help prepare for emergencies has been put in place.

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22 Jan 2026 - 17 Dec 2026

English Class for Chinese speakers

Join English class for Chinese speakers aimed at beginners.

16 Jan 2026 - 29 Feb 2028

Free weekly yoga classes

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08 Jan 2026 - 17 Dec 2026

Knitting Circle

Come and knit at Blockhouse Bay Library!

09 Oct 2025 - 30 Jun 2026

Free tech help for older people - Ōrewa

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19 Jun 2025 - 30 Jun 2026

Low sensory hour

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29 May 2026

Meditation by the sea

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29 May 2026

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29 May 2026 - 31 May 2026

Auckland Festival of Photography: Talking Culture

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