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Community 26 May 2023

Recognising Albert-Eden’s volunteers

Know a volunteer for Albert-Eden that goes above and beyond and deserves to be celebrated? Nominations now open.

Community 25 May 2023

Puketāpapa primed to host FIFA World Cup NZ team

FIFA Women's World Cup kicks off in less than 100 days in Tāmaki Makaurau and all eyes will be on the Football Ferns from the moment they step out on to their Keith Hay Park training base.

Community 25 May 2023

Grants help Henderson-Massey community groups

Forty-two community groups and organisations have been successful in the latest round of Henderson-Massey Local and Multiboard grant allocations. The grants aim to empower and strengthen the local community.

Community 25 May 2023

Clevedon gets its own branding

The Clevedon Community and Business Association has created a website clevedon.co.nz to take the rapidly growing community and its business sector forward.

Community 25 May 2023

Manukau Harbour Forum plans to plant

Manukau Harbour Forum will use unspent funds to buy native plants to improve the harbour's health.

Development 23 May 2023

Celebrating 1047 new city centre trees this Arbor Day

It’s Arbor Day on 5 June, the day that our majestic, silent, green, shade-givers and carbon absorbers get their time in the sun.

Community 23 May 2023

Community wellbeing at the heart of Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board actions

The Supreme Court decision to dismiss appeals by supermarket companies that would have allowed alcohol retailers to remain open until 11pm in Auckland has been welcomed by Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board.

22 May 2023

Arts and community centres given funding boost

West arts organisations and community venues reliant on council funding to operate have been given a boost following a decision to allocate more than $437,000 towards operational costs by Henderson-Massey Local Board. 

Events

08 May 2023 - 22 Dec 2023

Storytime | Wā takinga paki at Pakuranga Library

Storytime is ideal for tamariki three to five years of age.

03 May 2023 - 31 May 2023

Winter Fun Pre-School Play

Come and enjoy our van loaded with all sorts of fun toys for your pre-schooler to play with.

03 May 2023 - 01 Jun 2023

Strike Up The Band!

You’ll be swaying to the sensational sounds of Tijuana Brass, Glenn Miller, Henry Mancini, and more!

01 May 2023 - 20 Jun 2023

Contemporary Jewellery at Nathan Homestead

Learn the basics of jewellery-making and improve the skills as you progress through the projects.

27 Apr 2023 - 30 May 2023

'Window Seat' Exhibition

Enjoy the contemporary acrylic pour paintings representing an effect as looking down onto the Earth’s surface.

24 Apr 2023 - 29 May 2023

Throw & Pinch

Explore a mixture of hand-building and wheel-throwing techniques through demonstrations and hands-on learning.

24 Apr 2023 - 26 Jun 2023

Work Ready Programme: Road to Employment

The awesome team at Literacy Aotearoa have partnered with us, and we are glad to introduce a 10-session Work Ready workshop.

24 Apr 2023 - 28 Jun 2023

Junior Art at Nathan Homestead

Explore the wonders of art and enjoy crafting and creating with paint, print, sculpture, collage and more.