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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

25 Jun 2023

Growing Through The Arts Workshop with Mapura Studios

Create a land, a character, even a side-kick as they travel around the map and even perhaps into the land within the gallery.

25 Jun 2023

Music of the Month: Mali Mali

Sit back, relax, and delight in the play of light as Mali Mali’s music ripples and radiates throughout Gallery’s glass-filled atrium.

25 Jun 2023 - 02 Jul 2023

Mutukāroa / Hamlins Hill Regional Park Planting Day

Bring your family and friends to help plant trees and keep Auckland green.

27 Feb 2023 - 27 Nov 2023

Book Chat at Rānui Library

Come along to talk about your favourite reads, something you enjoy reading now, or maybe even listen to what our community members are reading.

27 Jun 2023

Estate Planning with Wendy Hampton (1)

Hear Wendy talk about how you can prepare your estate planning.

27 Jun 2023

Red Hill Pest-Free Morning Tea

Join us for a Red Hill Pest-Free Morning Tea hosted by the Beautification Trust to learn about how to keep your home free from pesky rodents! We'll be serving free morning tea f...

27 Jun 2023 - 02 Jul 2023

An Unseasonable Fall of Snow

An Unseasonable Fall of Snow is a tense, psychological thriller by acclaimed NZ playwright Gary Henderson.

27 Jun 2023 - 22 Jul 2023

Collected Identity

The exhibition will include paintings, photography and ceramic representations of people reflecting our community and the distinct voice of our district.