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Community news 13 Mar 2026

Get your green fingers ready

A month-long celebration of sustainable living starts from 22 March, with a number of free and engaging events to attend. 

Community 12 Mar 2026

New moves in Ōtāhuhu

Fairburn Park in Ōtāhuhu now has a new volleyball court for fun, fitness, and community play - thanks to the Māngere-Ōtāhuhu Local Board.

Community news 12 Mar 2026

Finding rhythm again with Waiheke Open Orchestra

The Waiheke Open Orchestra project got underway at the beginning of 2024 with support from Waiheke Local Board funding.

Community news 12 Mar 2026

Banded rail chicks making a big splash in Kaipātiki

Kaipātiki’s wetlands are buzzing with exciting news. The rare banded rail (moho pererū) has successfully bred right here in Beach Haven.

Community news 12 Mar 2026

Power in numbers: four new road projects get green light in Mt Albert

Mount Albert is set to become a safer suburb to travel around, with more than $800K of transport upgrades rubber-stamped by the Albert-Eden Local Board. 

Have your say 11 Mar 2026

Have your say on fenced dog parks for Hibiscus and Bays

Residents are being asked for their feedback on possible locations for two fenced dog parks.

Community news 10 Mar 2026

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. 

Community 9 Mar 2026

Howick Library temporary closure and pop-up service

Howick Library and the adjacent Fencible Lounge will close for a major renewal from February, with temporary services in place to keep the community connected while improvements are made.

Events

05 Sep 2026 - 14 Nov 2026

Singing Workshop

Learn and brush up essential singing techniques and improve your sound, both as a chorister and a...

16 Sep 2026

Te Wiki o te Reo Māori Kapa Haka performance

A special performance by Pukekohe Intermediate's Kapa Haka group to celebrate Te Wiki o te Reo Mā...

22 Sep 2026 - 18 Oct 2026

Cabaret

One of the most iconic musicals of all time, with eight Tony Awards, Cabaret is spectacularly rem...

23 Sep 2026 - 27 Sep 2026

The Pearl Fishers

Don’t miss this stunning opera, performed by top New Zealand and international talent, with world...

05 Nov 2026

Sau Fiafia! Boogie Down! With Island Vibes

Throw on your dancing shoes and come boogie down with us to the funky, soulful rhythms of Island...