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Awards open to Auckland farmers
Auckland Council has partnered with the New Zealand Farm Environment Trust, so that the region’s farmers and horticulturists are eligible to enter the 2016 Ballance Farm Environment Awards – with entries open until 31 October.
Fresh Gallery Ōtara
Fresh Gallery Ōtara, an art exhibition space run by Auckland Council and the community.
Running for Auckland Council?
Want to be more directly involved in decisions that will help make Auckland a great place to live? Consider running as a candidate in the next council elections.
Papakura volunteers celebrated
Volunteers and various community groups were officially congratulated and celebrated at the Papakura Local Board Volunteer Awards ceremony, held recently at Hawkins Theatre.
Memorial Gardens seeks help locating families
Manukau Memorial Gardens is asking for help from the public to trace the families of loved ones whose headstones were accidentally damaged last week.
New military gallery opens at Papakura Museum
A new military gallery has opened at Papakura Museum, with an exhibition to commemorate the 100th anniversary of WWI.
Peace tree honours the past
A memorial tree has been planted at Arlene Shultz Park, Manurewa, to commemorate the centenary of the First World War.
Happy birthday Hawkins Theatre!
Theatre celebrates birthday with community open day including free family film screenings, drama workshops and tours of backstage and technical areas.
Events
Microgreens workshop for kids
A fun, hands-on microgreens workshop for kids and their caregivers.
Climate Action Trail
The Climate Action Trail at Auckland’s Botanic Gardens is the perfect adventure!
Harakeke collection guided walk
To celebrate Matariki, join our curator for a guided walk through the harakeke collection.
Map the Matariki stars
Create your own map of the Matariki stars that you can hang up in your window letting you enjoy t...
Boys' Club
Show up as you are, connect with your mates and take a breather.
Kids drop-in clay activity
Less screen time, more green time - connect to nature with this lovely mindful activity.
Te hui Ahurei o Matariki
Celebrate Matariki with whānau. Enjoy live music, kai, crafts, art activities and fun for everyone!