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Community 7 Apr 2026

Four ways the Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board delivers on sustainability

Growing food, cutting costs, and building connection, Ōtara-Papatoetoe locals are turning to māra kai and community gardens, and the board is keen to help others get started.

Environment 7 Apr 2026

Five ways the Waiheke Local Board protects our environment

Across Waiheke, locals are taking action - trapping pests, restoring wetlands, reducing waste and protecting marine life. Backed by the Local Board, these efforts are helping safeguard the island’s environment and the wider Hauraki Gulf .

Taiao - Environment 7 Apr 2026

Five ways the Devonport-Takapuna Local Board protects our environment

From restoring native habitats to reducing waste and improving waterways, people across Devonport-Takapuna are working together to care for the local environment. with support from the local board.

Community news 2 Apr 2026

Growing food and connections on Aotea

To support steps towards creating homegrown food sources, the local board funds a Food Resilience Coordinator role.

Community news 2 Apr 2026

Ōrākei: Five initiatives for our environment (and how you can help)

We are privileged to share our neighbourhoods with diverse landscapes and ecosystems, from beaches and forests to wetlands and hilltops.

Community news 2 Apr 2026

Waitematā: Four initiatives for our environment (and how you can help)

Be inspired by local community groups and organisations protecting our environment.

Community news 2 Apr 2026

Five island initiatives for our environment (and how you can help)

The natural environment of Aotea / Great Barrier is incredibly special.

Community 1 Apr 2026

Four a greener future

Here are four ways the Howick Local Board is protecting the environment and keeping our green spaces beautiful FOUR the future.

Events

06 Jul 2026

Matariki lantern workshop

Celebrate Matariki by creating your own beautiful lantern inspired by the stars of the Māori New...

06 Jul 2026

School Holidays - Leys Institute Little Library

Enjoy our fun school holiday activities!

06 Jul 2026

Tukutuku Panel Workshop

Learn the meaning behind patterns like Purapurawhetu (scattered stars).

06 Jul 2026

Vex Robotics Workshop

Start your tamariki's engineering journey with this Vex Robotics Workshop!

06 Jul 2026 - 07 Jul 2026

Mid-Winter Monster Mug Mayhem!

Glaze, decorate and bring your monster mug to life in this hands-on workshop.

06 Jul 2026 - 13 Jul 2026

Free play drop-in

Bring your little ones to have a play with all sorts of fun toys!

06 Jul 2026 - 16 Jul 2026

School Holidays - Onehunga

Come along and enjoy fun school holiday activities at Onehunga Library!

06 Jul 2026 - 16 Jul 2026

Starry Night Matariki

Celebrate Matariki and Kiribati Language Week with a programme full of creativity, learning and c...