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Civil Defence / Emergency Management 18 Jul 2025

Ongoing improvements to emergency readiness in Waitematā

Find out what's happening to help prepare your community for future emergencies.

Community 18 Jul 2025

Kaipātiki board makes landmark investment to protect environment

Kaipātiki residents can rest assured their environment is a top priority following the local board’s landmark allocation of $1,065,900 towards to its environmental initiatives for the 25/26 financial year.

Kids / Family 18 Jul 2025

Belle Verde Playground reopens

A refreshed playground in Sunnynook now caters for tamariki of all ages, giving whānau in the area more reasons to get outdoors and connect with others in the community.

Community 18 Jul 2025

Parks for everyone: Rodney report puts accessibility in focus

Accessibility assessments of four Rodney parks highlights the need to make play spaces more inclusive for children and caregivers of all abilities.

Arts 18 Jul 2025

Local creativity on display at Upper Harbour Open Art Studios

Open Art Studios made its debut in Upper Harbour, featuring 16 artists across seven studios and drawing strong community interest.

Community 18 Jul 2025

Putting the brakes on speed: Manurewa board invests in safety

Randwick Park is set to become safer for locals with a major investment of nearly $1.2 million going into traffic-calming measures.

Community 17 Jul 2025

Garden tours back for fourteenth year

Spectacular by Nature Garden Tours are back, with a helping hand from Aotea / Great Barrier Local Board.

Community 17 Jul 2025

Whau backs Avondale playground upgrade for major funding boost

A potential major upgrade to the Avondale Central Reserve playground has been given backing by Whau Local Board, after submitting the project for funding through Auckland Council’s new $20 million Fix and Finish Fund. 

Events

09 Feb 2024 - 01 Feb 2026

The Robertson Gift: Paths through Modernity

Featuring 49 paintings, prints, drawings and sculpture, the exhibition also includes visitor favo...

21 Jul 2025

Free Peace Concert

Join us for a memorable and inspiring evening of music, mantras and sacred chants.

21 Jul 2025

Intro to Canva

Learn how to use Canva to design a range of creative projects - from presentations and invitation...

21 Jul 2025 - 14 Dec 2025

Lego Club

Get creative with block building.

14 Jul 2025 - 31 Oct 2025

Rhymetime

Smile as you enjoy music, movement, stories, and fun!

14 Jul 2025 - 08 Dec 2025

Rhymetime at New Lynn War Memorial Library

Bring along your tamariki & enjoy a morning of music, rhymes, dance and more.

13 Jun 2025 - 19 Dec 2025

Senior yoga with Sally Haydon

Join us for a welcoming and supportive yoga class designed specifically for adults 65 and over.

09 Jun 2025 - 19 Dec 2025

Grey Lynn playgroup

Parents, caregivers and children are encouraged to mix and mingle while utilising the resources o...