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Community news 29 May 2026

One volunteer, 30 years, and a growing forest on Waiheke

For nearly 30 years, Waiheke resident Chris Palmer has helped transform Delamore Reserve from former farmland into regenerating native forest.

Development 27 May 2026

Northcote: a shining example of smart growth 

Inside a decade, Northcote has become a residential community that shows smart growth, in line with Auckland Council’s long-term vision for Tāmaki Makaurau.

Environment news 20 May 2026

Volunteers restore park, vandalism threatens progress

Friends of Churchill Park help with the planting, pest and weed control in Glendowie's largest park.

Community news 18 May 2026

Sunnynook Scouts set for the future with new community lease

For generations of young people in Sunnynook, Scouts has been a place to learn new skills, build confidence and make lasting friendships.

Community news 18 May 2026

Safer, more welcoming spaces planned for Glenfield town centre

Glenfield town centre is set to become safer, more connected and more welcoming thanks to a series of upgrades approved by the Kaipātiki Local Board.

Community news 12 May 2026

Grab a spade: Winter planting season kicks off across Upper Harbour

Thousands of native trees and shrubs will take root across Upper Harbour this winter thanks to schools, community groups and volunteers.

Community news 11 May 2026

Onehunga Mall parking pilot to improve access 

A 12‑month pilot to improve parking around Onehunga Mall will start on 11 May

Events

06 Oct 2026

Rationing 1939-1950: The Household Experience

Domestic rationing began as early as 1939 and remarkably was not fully lifted until 1950, meaning...

06 Oct 2026

Reflections on Auckland's volcanic landscape

Explore the history and future of Tāmaki Makaurau / Auckland’s volcanic landscape.

06 Oct 2026

Tāmariki Uku Workshop: Vegetable Trinket Trays

Come along to learn a new skill and take home a beautiful, handmade piece of art to store your sm...

06 Oct 2026 - 07 Oct 2026

Halloween Beasts

Celebrate the spooky season by creating your own Halloween clay beasts and creatures.

06 Oct 2026 - 08 Oct 2026

Fijian Language Week Storytime

30 minute themed sessions featuring stories, rhymes, singing and dancing.

07 Oct 2026

Crops that shaped the Rodney District

The talk touches on the range of crops that supported early settlement and everyday life, showing...

07 Oct 2026

Flower detective: Draw and discover

Learn the different parts of a flower through a fun, colourful drawing activity.

07 Oct 2026

Highwic Coal Range Baking

Watch as our wonderful volunteer bakers recreate traditional Victorian recipes from the Buckland...