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Youth / Rangatahi 3 Oct 2024

Southern boards get behind young people

Thriving Rangatahi is Auckland Council's strategy to better address young people’s needs.

Community 2 Oct 2024

Events backed to enrich life in the city

Regional Event Grants support activities across the city.

Community 2 Oct 2024

Exciting progress at Botanic Gardens

There's lots happening behind the scenes at Auckland Botanic Gardens.

Community 1 Oct 2024

Anyone want a house?

A house in Clevedon has to go. If you can use it, let us know.

Pools 1 Oct 2024

Take a deep breath, West Wave’s ‘lungs’ get an upgrade

A major upgrade is happening behind the scenes at West Wave.

Community 30 Sep 2024

Vote for Eco-Friendly Artwork by South and East Auckland tamariki

South and East Auckland kindergartens and primary schools have created art around the theme: Act Local – What's in Your Backyard? Help them shine by casting your vote.

Workshops 30 Sep 2024

Whau Local Board opens workshops to public

Whau Local Board’s workshops will be open to the public from November.

Youth / Rangatahi 27 Sep 2024

Young artists green message on show

Beautification Trust’s annual Eye on Nature children’s environmental education programme is sponsored by Auckland Council and the southern local boards.

Events

31 May 2026

Seasonal produce workshop

Pick up clever tips and tricks for making the most of seasonal abundance including an easy citrus...

31 May 2026 - 29 Nov 2026

Balcony Garden Social Club

Share knowledge, learn, make friends and swap resources to help your balcony garden thrive!

29 Nov 2025 - 25 Oct 2026

Rānui seed, seedling & produce swap

Join Rānui Library’s Seed, Seedling & Produce Swap to share, swap, and connect with fellow garden...

01 Jun 2026 - 21 Jun 2026

Woodturning exhibition

Discover the artistry and craftsmanship of wood turning and see exquisite hand-turned pieces crea...

01 Jun 2026 - 30 Jun 2026

Plant More Natives

Help Tāmaki Makaurau's environment thrive by planting a free native seedling at home!

02 Feb 2026 - 07 Dec 2026

Blind Date - A Support Group for Blind and Low Vision Kiwis

Come along to Blind Date, a friendly monthly support group for people who are blind or have low v...

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.