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Parks / Outdoors 4 Apr 2025

History and highlights of Little Rangitoto Reserve

Ōrākei Local Board member David Wong tells us about Little Rangitoto Reserve.

Waste 4 Apr 2025

Papakura says bye-bye bin tags

Papakura residents will no longer need to use prepaid bin tags from Thursday 1 May 2025 as council rubbish collections will be funded by residential property rates.

Development 3 Apr 2025

Northcote: a shining example of smart growth 

Inside a decade, Northcote has become a residential community that exemplifies smart growth, in line with Auckland Council’s long-term vision for Tāmaki Makaurau.

Heritage 3 Apr 2025

Legends of the West celebrates local heritage

The 2025 West Auckland Heritage Conference is themed Legends of the West: The People Who Have Influenced Our Heritage.

Community 2 Apr 2025

Safer streets for Glen Innes and Onehunga

There will be safer connections for Glen Innes and Onehunga following the Maungakiekie-Tāmaki Local Board investment of $640,000 to improve road safety.

Community 2 Apr 2025

Jill Gibson’s 28 years at The Y Mt Albert Community and Leisure Centre

Jill Gibson has stepped away after 28 years working at The Y Mt Albert Community and Leisure Centre, to take up a new role at YMCA North Shore.

Community 2 Apr 2025

Discover democracy: youth engagement in action Puketāpapa

What do you do when rubbish bins in your local walking area are not put out correctly on the kerbside? 

City Centre Waterfront 2 Apr 2025

Midtown street party unveils hidden art gems

April’s midtown street party on Thursday 17 April is packed full of art, music, food, live painting and stories. It will also celebrate street culture now, and from decades past.

Local Events

23 Mar 2025 - 05 Apr 2025

Belly dance community classes

Join us for traditional belly dance classes in your community.

22 Mar 2025 - 05 Apr 2025

Culture & beyond

Join us in celebrating our culturally diverse community to share art and traditions within our ex...

22 Mar 2025 - 12 Apr 2025

Beeswax candle making experience

Enjoy outdoor games and crafts to keep the little ones entertained.

22 Mar 2025 - 22 Apr 2025

EcoFest 2025

​The EcoFest programme is packed with events, activities, installations and workshops for people...

22 Mar 2025 - 04 May 2025

Celebrate Waiheke conservation with art exhibition

A collaboration with island-based creatives, The Understory Project sheds light on Waiheke’s tran...

22 Mar 2025 - 10 May 2025

Photo exhibition: The gardens through our eyes

See the beautiful Botanic Gardens through their eyes.

21 Mar 2025 - 06 Apr 2025

Carving my path

This carving exhibition showcases the culmination of his residency in a new body of work.

21 Mar 2025 - 06 Apr 2025

World of Cultures 2025

Experience the rich diversity of Tāmaki Makaurau with World of Cultures. From CultureFest to loca...