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Community 13 Nov 2024

Youth in South Auckland win award for waste saving efforts

1.5tonnes of waste saved from landfills thanks to The Food Hub gang - in Papatoetoe, a great example of locals having the solutions for their community.

Youth / Rangatahi 12 Nov 2024

Live cultural performances landing at Rocket Park

Albert-Eden Schools' Cultural Festival is a popular event where thousands of students from across the local board area gather to showcase an array of performances in front of whānau, friends, peers and community.

Climate action 12 Nov 2024

Sacred site tour will examine climate effects

Members of the public can join a visit to sites of significance to Ngāti Tamaoho to understand what climate change might mean to them.

Community 12 Nov 2024

Howick Local Board relocating

Howick Local Board staff are set to temporarily move from their office in Aylesbury Street, Pakuranga Town Centre in late November, to explore different office location options.

Community 11 Nov 2024

Have your say on the Panmure sign

Consultation is open to determine the next steps for the Panmure sign.

Development 11 Nov 2024

Exciting new festive tradition for Auckland

Te Komititanga will host the spectacular debut of a magical new Christmas tree this festive season.

Youth / Rangatahi 8 Nov 2024

Papakura students have eyes on the future

A dozen Papakura rangatahi have received grants to help them pursue further study.

City Centre Waterfront 8 Nov 2024

Bluey set to steal hearts this Farmers Santa Parade, supported by the city centre’s newest 'elves'

Two symbolic characters at the centre of Auckland’s historic Farmers Santa Parade are turning out for the 91st time.

Events

08 Sep 2026

Wearable Crown Lynn

Transform reclaimed pottery into contemporary jewellery.

08 Sep 2026 - 10 Sep 2026

Raranga and Tivaevae Wānanga

Come along to this free Māori and Cook Islands textile workshop.

08 Sep 2026 - 12 Sep 2026

Mangrove Eaters

A live music, visual art and theatre experience making its Tāmaki Makaurau debut.

08 Sep 2026 - 29 Sep 2026

Family history resources

Start researching your family history with Hibiscus Coast Genealogy Group.

08 Sep 2026 - 22 Dec 2026

Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki: Relaxed hours / Mauri tau

A lower-stimulation environment to explore the gallery during our relaxed hours. 

18 Aug 2026 - 01 Dec 2026

Beginner roller dance

Join the team at Skate Nation for a beginner friendly roller skate!

18 Aug 2026 - 01 Dec 2026

Community Jam

Get together with like-minded locals to make music, share ideas and have a great time.

18 Aug 2026 - 01 Dec 2026

Learn to roller skate

Join the team at Skate Nation and learn to roller skate in a fun and welcoming environment.