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Environment 3 Mar 2025

Environmental heroes celebrated in the Love Your Place Awards

Volunteers, businesses and schools making a positive impact to protect and restore the Waitākere Ranges have been recognised in the 2024 Love Your Place Awards.

Community 3 Mar 2025

Mana Whenua artists honour South Auckland’s own with mural

Fa'anānā Efeso Collins' mural by renowned Mana Whenua artists Janine and Charles Williams, a masterpiece in Manukau.

Development 28 Feb 2025

A night at the theatre, from one century to another

When the much-adored St James Theatre opens again, it will open to a city centre re-designed and responsive to changing times, a century after the theatre’s 1927 opening.

Community 28 Feb 2025

Laugh, play, celebrate at Ōtāhuhu Family Fun Day

A crowd favourite for Ōtāhuhu and nearby suburbs returns Saturday 15 March.

Community 27 Feb 2025

Grants make a difference in our community

The current Ōrākei Local Grant round closes on 7 March, and the board wants to see your applications!

Community 27 Feb 2025

Massey Station: honouring the Manukau Live Steamers

Choo Choo! Massey Station is a loco-motivated exhibition sparked by the curiosity of a local photographer and made possible thanks to funding from Māngere-Ōtāhuhu Local Board.

Transport 27 Feb 2025

South Lynn crossing to be modified

A raised crossing on South Lynn Road is set to be modified to address impacts on nearby homes, following discussions between residents and Whau Local Board

Community 25 Feb 2025

New electric BBQ’s a hit at leisure centre in Papatoetoe

The two brand-new electric barbeques at the centre have instantly become a crowd favourite, making a visit even more inviting.

Events

18 Sep 2026

Discover Bushglen Reserve at night

Join Auckland Council Park Rangers and Restore Hibiscus and Bays for a guided evening adventure t...

18 Sep 2026

Hands-on Ecology Series: Waewae Tapu

Join us in learning te ao Māori approach to restoration!

18 Sep 2026

Nathan Homestead Pukepuke Tour

Learn about the stories of this historic home and garden, as well as details of the recent refurb...

18 Sep 2026

Tātai Hono: Whakapapa Research Open Day

Nau mai, haere mai. Come and research your whakapapa in a supportive kaupapa Māori environment.

18 Sep 2026

Te Wiki o Te Reo Māori Kōrero: Te Rā Tuku Whenua

To mark Te Rā Tuku Whenua (the gift of land) on 18 September, join our Poumatua and Head of Kaupa...

18 Sep 2026 - 19 Sep 2026

Folklore

Ballet up-close, immersive and intimate. Auckland's newest and only classical ballet collective.

20 Feb 2026 - 18 Dec 2026

BrainCharge - East Coast Bays

Join us for free fun activities to exercise the mind.

19 Sep 2026

Auckland Moon Festival: Lantern painting workshop

Celebrate by creating your own hand‑painted lantern!