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Dogs 7 Feb 2025

Paws for thought

Ōrākei residents are being encouraged to give feedback on council’s review of dog policies and bylaws including local dog access rules.

Transport 5 Feb 2025

Pukekohe train a relief for locals

After nearly 3 years of waiting the Pukekohe train service officially resumed this week, making the morning commute much easier for locals.

Transport 4 Feb 2025

Local boards push for Mill Road corridor

Local boards in the south continue to advocate for Mill Road to provide an alternative corridor to the Southern Motorway.

Hauraki Gulf 3 Feb 2025

Designated dog area decisions

Aotea residents are being encouraged to give feedback on council’s review of dog policies and bylaws including local dog access rules.

Community 3 Feb 2025

New footbridge opens in Wellsford

A new footpath and pedestrian bridge enables residents to walk from Rodney Street to Centennial Park without having to cross busy State Highway 1.

Community 3 Feb 2025

Welcome to Ōtara-Papatoetoe

With a strong commitment to inclusivity, the Ōtara-Papatoetoe board has launched a comprehensive Welcoming Plan as part of the Welcoming Communities programme.

Community 31 Jan 2025

Greenhithe park wins international green award

Wainoni Park in the Upper Harbour Local Board area has won the coveted Green Flag award.

Community 31 Jan 2025

Come together: Wesley festival to unite Puketāpapa  

Puketāpapa is one of the most culturally diverse areas in Tāmaki Makaurau, with English the second language for a large number of its residents. 

Events

01 Mar 2025

Pushing the pencil to the limit

In this workshop, artist Susan Ewen will guide you in learning skills and techniques to draw foun...

01 Mar 2025

Z World Manu Champs - Grand Final

Bring your friends, whānau, or even the neighbours – no experience needed, just come have fun!

01 Feb 2025 - 03 May 2025

Eskdale Regeneration Saturdays with Kaipātiki Project

Join us to help protect our unique native ecosystems and build local climate resilience!

02 Mar 2025

Round the Bays

Get ready to lace up and maybe even dress up for NZ’s largest fun run.

02 Feb 2025 - 07 Dec 2025

Ukulele Club

Join our Ukulele Club on the first Sunday of every month*, for a jam session playing along to hit...

01 Sep 2024 - 07 Dec 2025

Sunday Book Chat

Share your current reads, discover new titles, and connect with fellow book lovers.

04 Feb 2025 - 03 Jun 2025

Witheford Regeneration with Kaipātiki Project

We need your help to regenerate and protect parts of this amazing reserve.

01 Jan 2024 - 02 Dec 2025

Kumeu Book Chat

Join our friendly, informal book group to share your favourite reads and find great new titles.