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Asbestos-containing material washing up on some east Auckland beaches
Auckland Council is aware that pieces of asbestos-containing material (ACM) have been washing up along Auckland’s eastern coastline.
Volunteers restore park, vandalism threatens progress
Friends of Churchill Park help with the planting, pest and weed control in Glendowie's largest park.
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
Events
Ōrākei waiata performance
All are welcome to enjoy a lunch-time musical interlude in honour of Matariki.
Guided Community Ranger Walks
Every walk is different and that sense of surprise is part of the magic.
Hautapu
This year, a range of kaupapa will be held for whānau to enjoy, connect and be part of.
Botanical soda workshop
Learn to craft elegant, naturally fermented, zero-alcohol sodas using aromatic herbs, warming spi...
Singing Workshop
Learn and brush up essential singing techniques and improve your sound, both as a chorister and a...
Ocean Swim Series: Bean Rock
This event offers swimmers a rare opportunity to race around Bean Rock Lighthouse, one of Aucklan...