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Safer streets for Glen Innes and Onehunga
There will be safer connections for Glen Innes and Onehunga following the Maungakiekie-Tāmaki Local Board investment of $640,000 to improve road safety.
Jill Gibson’s 28 years at The Y Mt Albert Community and Leisure Centre
Jill Gibson has stepped away after 28 years working at The Y Mt Albert Community and Leisure Centre, to take up a new role at YMCA North Shore.
Discover democracy: youth engagement in action Puketāpapa
What do you do when rubbish bins in your local walking area are not put out correctly on the kerbside?
Midtown street party unveils hidden art gems
April’s midtown street party on Thursday 17 April is packed full of art, music, food, live painting and stories. It will also celebrate street culture now, and from decades past.
Crossing with care: pedestrian crossing improvements on the way
Three transport projects aimed at improving pedestrian safety in Waitākere Ranges are set to begin, thanks to an almost $800,000 investment from the Local Board.
Winning moves: Howick sports facilities boosted
Big things are happening! Thanks to Auckland Council’s Sports and Recreation Facilities Investment Fund, three local Howick sports facilities are about to get a major upgrade.
Exploring local Howick Enviroschools
Howick Local Board members recently embarked on an inspiring visit to four local Enviroschools, where they saw firsthand the innovative environmental initiatives being embraced by students and staff.
Opera in the Strand returns to Strand Arcade
It’s New Zealand Music Month in May and people will flood into midtown’s streets, lanes and public spaces, further cementing our place in the world as a UNESCO City of Music.
Events
Gagana Leiloa interactive dance performance
This work stems from Villa's fear of losing the Samoan language in his family where only his pare...
Hawaiian ukulele sing and strum
Join the fun and get ready to strum, sing, or simply enjoy the lively vibes in this hands-on ukul...
Mini gimbap (ggoma gimbap) making for kids
Join us for a delicious hands-on workshop, where kids can learn to make mini gimbap (ggoma gimbap...
Worry dolls
Create your very own worry dolls at Highland Park Library and enjoy a restful night’s sleep.
ASB Polyfest 2025
Celebrating 50 years of Polyfest history, this much-loved community event for all ages returns to...
GOGO: Sapati Mossiah Avei Finai
These sculptures highlight the bird's connection to the ocean and its role as a symbol of safe ho...
Talatalaina o le Siapo - Tiliitaua Florence Ulutunu
Talatalaina o le Siapo is an ode to reclamation and healing through the art of siapo-making.
