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Waitākere residents: help us shape your neighbourhood
More investment in youth, waterways, or communities? Waitākere’s future is in your hands as Auckland Council’s proposed Annual Plan 2026/2027 opens for consultation.
Your free summer fun starts here in Waitākere Ranges
Summer is officially calling, and it's time to get your fun sorted! Thanks to support and funding from Waitākere Ranges Local Board, a fantastic line-up of free activities and community events is ready for you and your whānau!
Your summer fun starts here in Henderson-Massey
Summer is officially calling! Get ready for heaps of fun thanks to support and funding from Henderson-Massey Local Board.
Marking a milestone in the west: Auckland Council turns 15
Here in West Auckland, our local boards have played a big part in shaping the story since amalgamation in 2010.
Henderson Christmas Festival brings holiday cheer to Corbans
The annual celebration will once again feature a full afternoon of performances, entertainment, and delicious food for the whole whānau to enjoy.
Glen Eden locals loving new playground
A once-empty patch of land in Glen Eden has been transformed into a vibrant new playground, filling a gap in local play spaces and bringing joy to families in the community.
Have your say on the future of rubbish collections in parts of Te Atatū Peninsula
Auckland Council is proposing a six-month trial of fortnightly kerbside rubbish collections in parts of Te Atatū Peninsula.
Finally elected! Auckland local elections 2025 results declared
The final count is in and the results are officially confirmed.
Events
Pop up Obstacle Course
Test your agility and have fun on a temporary, challenging course
N0ughty Stuff
Engage in hands-on creativity and playful challenges for curious minds.
Giant Stand-up Paddleboarding
Glide across the water and enjoy a guided paddleboarding adventure.
Kayaking
Paddle, explore, and enjoy Auckland’s waterways in guided sessions.
Nature Play
Explore, climb, and connect with the outdoors in playful activities.
Kiwi Bubble Soccer
Bounce, roll, and have a blast in this hilarious bubble soccer session.
Cardboard Play
Let your imagination run wild with giant cardboard creations and creative challenges.