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Community news 8 May 2026

Roll into the fun at Riverhead Skatepark

From first ramps to scooters and whānau fun — the Riverhead community celebrates its new skatepark.

Sustainability 7 May 2026

Face to face with nature (literally)

At Kohuora Park, learning came alive - sometimes landing right on your face.

Playgrounds 7 May 2026

Fresh play space at Raewyn Reserve

Raewyn Reserve playground in Pakūranga has been given a new lease on life, transforming into a safe, welcoming space for local families to enjoy - thanks to the Howick Local Board.

Community news 6 May 2026

Onehunga sports memberships surge with local board funding

The Te Papapa Onehunga Rugby & Sports Club is seeing super-strong membership growth.

Community news 6 May 2026

Albert-Eden provides key $300,000 investment into Pt Chevalier marae

Point Chevalier’s Te Māhurehure Marae will receive a $300,000 investment for construction of its new Wāhi Mahi studios. 

Community news 5 May 2026

Beachlands Community Hub takes shape

The refreshed space will support connection, creativity and everyday use – featuring flexible areas to work, meet, create and recreate.

4 May 2026

Five ways Franklin cares for its flora and fauna

A total of $900,000 was allocated to protect Franklin's natural environment in 2025/2026.

Community 30 Apr 2026

Walter Massey Park: a win for sport and community

Walter Massey Park in Māngere, has been transformed into a top-tier community sporting hub - made possible by the Māngere-Ōtāhuhu Local Board, Auckland Council, and the Māngere East Hawks Special Projects Team.

Events

10 May 2026

Mother’s Day sailing

Relax on board heritage boat Ted Ashby on the beautiful Waitematā harbour!

10 May 2026

NZ Music Month: Kairos - Avondale Library

Originals and covers across acoustic blues, rock and indie folk.

10 May 2026

Palettes and perfume

Enjoy hands-on activities like crafting your own lavender sachet to keep or gift.

10 May 2026

Sounds Funny with Suzy Cato

Gather your whānau and friends for an hour of silliness, then they’ll open the mic for kid comedi...

09 May 2026 - 10 May 2026

Ambury Regional Park sheep shearing

Watch our skilled shearers in action as they work through the Ambury flock in our purpose-built e...

09 May 2026 - 10 May 2026

NZTrio: Dreamscape

Dreamscape traverses vivid musical worlds where memory and imagination converge.

09 May 2026 - 10 May 2026

Upper Harbour open art studios

A weekend to enjoy art in Auckland’s Upper Harbour.

09 May 2026 - 30 May 2026

The Lamplighters

Three former detectives reunite on the anniversary of a murder case that still haunts them.