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Community 23 Jul 2024

Thumbs up for local board grants programme

Funding applications for Ōtara-Papatoetoe board’s 2024/2025 grants programme is open and closes 9 August 2024.

22 Jul 2024

How we represent you in Rodney: Time to have your say

Rodney residents urged to give feedback on some proposed, but significant local changes in the council's representation review.

Community 22 Jul 2024

Helping little hands have a greener future

Toddlers from Best Start in Marne Road Papakura will soon be planting their own vegetables.

Community 22 Jul 2024

Green Thumb Crew: Young Gardeners of Tupu

Meet one of the many groups of passionate young gardeners, responding to the call to combat climate change and actively champion sustainable living in Ōtara.

Zero Waste 19 Jul 2024

Upskilling community groups and another step towards zero waste

Find out about new projects being funded by the Aotea / Great Barrier Local Board.

Auckland's Future In Progress 19 Jul 2024

Plant visit lifts lid on water supply

There is more to water than just turning on a tap.

Transport 19 Jul 2024

Henderson-Massey opposes speed limit changes

Changes to speed limit rules should prioritise the safety of vulnerable road users, especially around schools, Henderson-Massey Local Board says.

Council news 19 Jul 2024

New rental e-scooter license granted for outer suburbs

Auckland council has granted a new rental e-scooter licence for outer suburbs

Events

11 Feb 2026 - 09 Dec 2026

Minecraft Club

Bring your Minecraft loaded device and have fun making friends, sharing tips and tricks.

11 Feb 2026 - 09 Dec 2026

Rhymetime - Birkenhead Library

Join our Rhymetime sessions with movement, songs, stories and bubbles!

11 Feb 2026 - 09 Dec 2026

Storytime

Enjoy stories, rhymes and songs, encouraging a love of books.

11 Feb 2026 - 09 Dec 2026

Storytime | Wā Takinga Paki at Waimāhia Clendon Library

Join us each Wednesday for a joyful Storytime filled with laughter, imagination, and the magic of...

11 Feb 2026 - 09 Dec 2026

Wriggle and Rhyme | Kori me te ruri - Ōrewa

Babies, toddlers, parents and caregivers are welcome.

11 Feb 2026 - 11 Dec 2026

Wriggle & Rhyme

The sessions incorporates the use of te reo Māori, enriching the experience of Te ao Māori cultur...

11 Feb 2026 - 16 Dec 2026

BrainCharge

A fun and engaging brain fitness programme for adults to help stimulate brain function and memory...

11 Feb 2026 - 30 Dec 2026

New Lynn Chess Club

Come along and learn how to play chess, practice your skills and make some new friends!