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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.

Events

03 Hōngo 2026 - 11 Hōngo 2026

Matariki Night Markets

Bring your whānau, bring your friends and experience Matariki in the heart of the city.

09 Jan 2026 - 11 Dec 2026

Coffee cake and conversation

Join us at the library for a delightful gathering over coffee, engaging conversations, and an opp...

11 Jul 2026

Dragon Beard Candy Workshop

Discover the traditional craft of dragon beard candy - a delicate handmade sweet made from sugar...

11 Jul 2026

Matariki i te Pō

Join us for a special evening of creativity, connection and celebration to welcome the Māori New...

11 Jul 2026

Matariki planting - Te Herenga Waka o Orewa Marae

Together we’ll be planting native plants to help restore the marae grounds, riverbank and awa, co...

11 Jul 2026

Matariki Quest

Enjoy this fun silent disco - an immersive, multi-sensory experience.

11 Jul 2026

Matariki Whakarewa manu - Kite Day

Mātakitaki mai! Watch the sky fill with giant kites and enjoy a fun filled day alongside whānau.

11 Jul 2026

Raranga harakeke: A special flax weaving workshop

This hands-on Matariki workshop celebrates Tupuānuku, one of the nine whetū stars of Matariki.