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Community 2 Feb 2026

Superhero approval for Kimpton Park playground

Papatoetoe families are buzzing with excitement as the newly upgraded playground at Toetoe-nui / Kimpton Park is open, thanks to funding by the Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board.

Community news 2 Feb 2026

A fresh facelift for Ngā Puna / Cyclamen Park

Ngā Puna / Cyclamen Park in Māngere, named after the area’s sacred springs, has been upgraded following community feedback.

Community 29 Jan 2026

The Landing: local stories find a timeless home

At Ngā Tohu o Uenuku / Māngere Arts Centre, The Landing beautifully demonstrated how local stories could be transformed into living taonga: portraits and voices that captured the richness of the community’s lived experiences.

Community 29 Jan 2026

Out with the old, in with the woohoo!

From Monday 9 February 2026, work will begin on upgrading the playground, with completion expected in 4–6 weeks (weather permitting), thanks to funding from the Howick Local Board.

Community 29 Jan 2026

Dropping in like its hot: new flow bowl construction underway

Get ready to drop into some gnarly moves at Onehunga Bay Reserve when the new flow bowl drops in April. 

Community 28 Jan 2026

5 top things to do in Upper Harbour

Discover Upper Harbour with adventures, festivals, outdoor movie, swimming and free fun — all supported by the Upper Harbour Local Board.

Community 27 Jan 2026

Waiheke board supports community and environmental projects in latest grant round

The Waiheke Local Board has allocated funding to a range of local and environmental projects through its Local and Environmental Grant Round, supporting initiatives that benefit the island’s community and environment.

Community 22 Jan 2026

Making moves with Local Grants

The Māngere-Ōtāhuhu Local Board is inviting community groups, organisations, and individuals to apply for the Board’s Local Grant round two, open from 12 January to 20 February 2026, for projects starting after 1 May 2026.

Events

23 Mar 2026 - 14 Dec 2026

Digital Drop-In at Little Leys

Drop in with a tech query for one-on-one coaching. Bring your digital devices and your questions,...

02 Mar 2026 - 07 Dec 2026

Whangaparāoa Library Book Club

Whether you’re a lifelong reader or simply enjoy a good story, our library book group is a welcom...

09 Feb 2026 - 14 Dec 2026

Movie Monday at Rānui Library

Join us at Rānui library for Monday Movie, held on the second Monday of every month.

09 Feb 2026 - 14 Dec 2026

Sunflower Social Art Club

Bring your favourite art project and supplies and work alongside others in a friendly social group.

02 Feb 2026 - 17 Dec 2029

Community singing

Join us to sing songs you know and love in a friendly, supportive setting.

12 Jan 2026 - 14 Dec 2026

Shore Knitters

Join this friendly group to connect with others, make friends and work on your knitting in a shar...

14 Apr 2026

3D Studio: Design & Animation

Join the Brain Play team for this hands-on 3D Design Workshop at Onehunga Library.

14 Apr 2026

Discover Lyford Reserve

Discover how this special reserve protects our community from floods and supports local wildlife.