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Community 23 Oct 2024

Former mayor and MP returns to Papakura

Former Papakura Mayor John Robertson returned to the area recently, leading a delegation of Waitomo councillors and the district’s chief librarian to check out facilities in the town.

Development 23 Oct 2024

A plan for growth in Auckland’s rural south is coming

The Southern Rural Strategy sets out how the area will accommodate a growing population, while enabling industries like farming and food production to thrive.

Community 23 Oct 2024

Whau Local Board member Susan Zhu steps down

Whau Local Board member Susan Zhu has stepped down from her position on the board.

Community 22 Oct 2024

Old Papatoetoe, new vibes

Find out about the exciting changes coming to Old Papatoetoe.

Health / Wellbeing 22 Oct 2024

Safe space for rangatahi opens in Takapuna Library

North Shore rangatahi (young people) now have more access to support around family violence, bullying and mental wellbeing with a dedicated safe space in the Takapuna Library. 

Development 22 Oct 2024

Birkenhead gets glow up with lighting upgrade

Birkenhead town centre’s streets are now safer and more inviting for pedestrians and motorists thanks to a major upgrade to its lighting systems.

Have your say 22 Oct 2024

Should Waiheke's Esplanade Path be closed to private vehicles?

Waiheke residents are being called to give feedback on a proposal to close a section of the Esplanade Path to vehicles this month.

Community 22 Oct 2024

Flow bowl to roll into Onehunga

Onehunga Bay Reserve will soon feature a brand-new flow bowl, taking its action-packed youth space to the next level.

Events

21 May 2026 - 18 Jun 2026

Letter’s Home

This exhibition explores the quiet, intimate act of writing letters to the people we love.

23 May 2026 - 24 May 2026

Marbled clay on the wheel

Create mesmerizing marbled ceramic vases and cups by combining contrasting coloured clay and shap...

24 May 2026

Last Laughs Awards Gala

This is your chance to rub shoulders with your favourite comedians, catch the live reactions, and...

23 Feb 2026 - 30 Nov 2026

Embroidery Club

Join Sugi for these free embroidery classes, where you can learn with others some basic embroider...

29 May 2026

Self-portrait drawing

In this 2-hour workshop, participants will enjoy the calm and creative process of moving their ha...

02 Jun 2026 - 03 Jun 2026

Tā: Siapo as a living practice

This two-day workshop introduces participants to the traditional art practice of siapo-making as...

02 Jun 2026 - 04 Jun 2026

Samoan Language Week Storytime

A  great opportunity to encourage an interest in books, while building language and literacy skills.

03 Jun 2026

Samoan Language Week performance

A special performance by Pukekohe Intermediate's Pasifika group to celebrate Samoan Language Week.