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Community 3 Sep 2024

Twice as Nice

Ōtara Rugby League Football Club Incorporated, better known as Ōtara Scorpions, and popular Kolmar Charitable Trust in Papatoetoe, have scored big, with three years of funding support.

Environment 3 Sep 2024

Understanding exotic caulerpa around Aotea

Recent exotic caulerpa surveillance around Aotea gives insight into the extent of the pest seaweed.

Emergency Recovery 3 Sep 2024

Piha: Marawhara Stream sediment disposal

Work to clear the Marawhara Stream culvert area is underway.

Waste 3 Sep 2024

Young and old learn to upcycle waste at South Auckland community workshops

Children as young as six, along with their grandparents, are learning practical ways to reduce, reuse and recycle at Green Warrior workshops run by the Sikh Women’s Association in Ōtāhuhu.

Community 3 Sep 2024

Timeless urban oasis in the heart of Māngere

Hidden down a winding driveway, the Old School Teaching Gardens in Māngere bloom into a three-acre dreamland, a lush urban oasis making a significant impact.

Youth / Rangatahi 3 Sep 2024

Tennis and squash club gets major boost

Papakura Tennis and Squash Club has received a major funding boost.

Environment news 3 Sep 2024

Wairaki Stream sheds 50 tonnes

Lynfield Beach Cove Reserve is now open to the public - one month sooner than anticipated.

Community 3 Sep 2024

Legacy in the stars

The stars aligned with the celebration of the Māori new year at the unveiling of the Matariki Legacy project at Mission Heights in Flatbush.

Events

30 May 2026

Ka Mua Ka Muri Live

Performances and interviews with some of Auckland’s most exciting musicians and songwriters.

30 May 2026

Make your own musical instruments

Celebrate NZ Music Month by creating your very own tambourine and shaker.

30 May 2026

Meadowood market and playground launch

Come along for a fun family day!

30 May 2026

Mindfulness meditation

Join Fiona for a gentle and welcoming introduction to mindfulness meditation.

30 May 2026

Notes from a small island

A collection of 10 local Waiheke bands for NZ Music Month.

30 May 2026

NZ Music Month: Spellodies at Avondale Library

Come along for a high energy set packed with catchy songs and comedy sketches.

30 May 2026

Paper making with weeds

Transform common garden weeds into beautiful eco-friendly handmade paper.

30 May 2026

Sunnyvale Stream Care Session

Be a part of transforming this stream into a thriving awa.