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Walker’s bequest to enhance Ōrākei pathways
A keen walker who loved the outdoors has bequeathed her estate to the Ōrākei Local Board to be used for the development and maintenance of walkways and pathways.
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.
Ōrākei, do we have our priorities right?
Why you should take part in the Annual Plan consultation?
Remuera restoration: historic train station gets critical restoration funding
The Remuera train station – one of the most significant remaining suburban railway buildings in New Zealand – is getting key restoration funding after a long delay.
Connecting youth in Ōrākei
Last year, Youth of Ōrākei reached more than 8,000 local youth, creating meaningful opportunities for them to be involved in the community.
5 things to help you make the most of Ōrākei this summer
Discover our top picks to make the most of what’s happening over summer in Ōrākei
Staying dry in the wetlands
Waiatarua Reserve walkways are getting some love to create a better walking experience.
5 reasons to come to Carols on the Green
Carols on the Green is returning to St Heliers after a hiatus, and this is why you should come.
Events
Archaeology week talk
Learn more about what has been found, and what has not been found.
Digging into the Past: Archaeology Family Day
Be an archaeologist for the day and explore the fascinating world of uncovering history.
Ocean Swim Series: Rangitoto Crossing
Experience one of New Zealand’s most exhilarating open water swims.
Crochet Group
Crochet, chat and make friends! Bring your own project or make something new with provided patter...
Botanical Art Classes
The class will take place in the atmospheric Billard House, and in the gardens.
Knitting Group - Remuera Library
Come along and meet fellow knitters and enjoy a cup of coffee while you knit and talk.
The Great Museum Quiz: Bites Back
Think your trivia skills are razor-sharp? Back by popular demand, The Great Museum Quiz is swimmi...