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Cycling 28 Apr 2023

Bike Box gets motu on the move

The Waiheke Bike Box initiative has put over 300 bicycles into action on Waiheke’s roads since opening in May 2022, thanks to ongoing support from Waiheke Local Board.

Community 28 Apr 2023

Aerial photo gifted to Howick Local Board for 175th support

A stunning aerial photograph of Howick by Neill Castles has been presented to Howick Local Board for its support of the Howick 175th Anniversary Charitable Trust.

Environment 27 Apr 2023

Weed surveillance gives native plants a better chance to thrive

Data from a weed surveillance project on Aotea / Great Barrier helps council to prioritise next steps.

Parks / Outdoors 24 Apr 2023

Pukekawa / Auckland Domain helped to protect low lying areas in flooding events

Pukekawa / Auckland Domain, like many other parks, played a critical role in retaining flood waters during the recent severe weather events.

Anzac Day 24 Apr 2023

Glendowie student wins Anzac speech award

Year 12 student Spencer Fitzpatrick has been selected by the local board to deliver his speech at St Heliers Anzac service .

Community 21 Apr 2023

Waitematā grants receive extra budget boost

A reallocation of local board budget underspend sees more in the kitty for community grants.

Community 21 Apr 2023

Eco Fest fills community cup for another year

And that’s a wrap for the Albert-Eden & Puketāpapa Eco Festival 2023, which returned this year with more than 100 events creating local climate action solutions.

Parks / Outdoors 21 Apr 2023

First destination playground in Māngere reflects heritage and culture

Māngere’s first destination playground at David Lange Park has been progressing since late 2019 and physical works for stage one started February 2023.

Events

24 Jun 2023 - 25 Jun 2023

Free Guided Rides - Westgate

Bring a picnic, or grab a coffee and have a play.

24 Jun 2023 - 25 Jun 2023

Weekend Clay Workshop

There will be demonstrations on hand building and wheel throwing throughout both days to spark an idea.

24 Jun 2023 - 15 Jul 2023

The Magic Faraway Tree

Based on four books in The Enchanted Wood series, this wonderful show will enchant you from the first minute to the last.

29 Apr 2023 - 24 Jun 2023

Foyer Concert Series

Our Autumn programme sees us welcome three one-hour concerts that celebrate collaborative performances across different genres and experience levels.

29 Apr 2023 - 25 Nov 2023

Book Chat: Pt Chevalier Little Library

A selection of new books of varied genres will be available to borrow or add to your to-be-read pile.

29 Apr 2023 - 25 Nov 2023

New Lynn Repair Café

Bring your broken or damaged items and local volunteers will fix them for you at no charge.

08 Dec 2022 - 18 Nov 2023

The Civic Tours

Join our entertaining and knowledgeable tour guides as they take you through the last remaining 'atmospheric' theatre in the southern hemisphere.

25 Jun 2023

Bach Musica NZ: Poulenc, Rodrigo, Vivaldi, Bramah

International star guitarist Barkin Sertkaya will perform Vivaldi’s Guitar Concerto followed by Rodrigo’s most famous Concierto de Aranjuez.