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Environment news 30 Jul 2024

Preventing pollution in Penrose

One hundred Penrose businesses this year were visited by pollution prevention experts to assess and educate them of ways to prevent potential sources of pollution entering the harbour via stormwater drains.

Beaches 9 Jul 2024

Forum welcomes Manukau Harbour stand

Auckland Council's move to put in place a strategy for improving outcomes for the Manukau Harbour have been welcomed by the Manukau Harbour Forum.

Community 5 Jul 2024

$28 million invested into Maungakiekie-Tāmaki

This investment supports Maungakiekie-Tāmaki Local Board’s goals outlined in its 2023 plan, which prioritises local outcomes and aligns with the Auckland Plan.

Arts 25 Jun 2024

‘Love Panmure’ mural by Gary Silipa overlooking Lagoon Drive in Panmure

Eke Panuku Development Auckland has been working with local artist Gary Silipa to develop a new mural for Panmure.

Community 24 Jun 2024

Onehunga Primary’s picture perfect sustainability project

Mana Ora was launched last year to inspire young people, including Onehunga Primary School students, to plan school sustainability projects.

Community 13 Jun 2024

Booming business district in Onehunga

An additional 500+ local businesses in Onehunga have recently joined the Business Improvement District programme to enhance the local economy and attract new businesses and customers.

Community 7 Jun 2024

Bowling the bowls club

Former Mt Wellington Women’s Bowling Club building and a historic chapter of Panmure has comes to its end on 7 June 2024.

Community 17 May 2024

Four community-based organisations receive share of $120,000

Congratulations to Glen Innes Family Centre, Te Papapa Sports Club, Pukepuke 'o Tonga and Dolphin Theatre for their successful applications to the Maungakiekie-Tāmaki Strategic Partnerships Grant.

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18 Dec 2025 - 27 Jun 2026

Nature Play

Explore, climb and connect with the outdoors in playful activities.

23 May 2026

Tāmaki Zero Waste Repair Café

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23 May 2026 - 13 Jun 2026

ParkRide GI

Join us for a free fun series of community bike rides.

02 May 2026 - 28 May 2026

Emerging artist showcase: Sounds of Tāmaki Makaurau

Experience the up-and-coming star power of our youth at community venues and spaces across the re...

14 Feb 2026 - 12 Dec 2026

Death Cafe

Our objective is 'to increase awareness of death with a view to help people make the most of thei...

09 Feb 2026 - 22 Jun 2026

Let's Talk: Kids' Book Club

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09 Feb 2026 - 07 Dec 2026

Onehunga Chess Club

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28 Apr 2026 - 09 Jun 2026

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