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14 Mar 2024

Outlook bright for Waitākere Ranges Dark Sky project

Volunteers are now able to use equipment for light monitoring and help register a pre-application to Dark Sky International for the Waitākere Ranges to become an International Dark Sky Place, thanks to the support from Waitākere Ranges Local Board.

Youth / Rangatahi 13 Mar 2024

Apply for a grant from Hibiscus and Bays Local Board

Community groups and organisations wanting to deliver projects and events have until 12 April to apply for funding.

Community 12 Mar 2024

Whau making a splash for awa connection

A wonderful event helping students appreciate the Whau’s biodiversity in Archibald Park.

Community 8 Mar 2024

There will be no MOTH-ING around in this competition

Enthusiastic students in the Howick Local Board area can compete in the boards annual Moth Plant Pod Competition and help to protect and restore the natural environment.

Community 7 Mar 2024

New home found for valued service

Papakura Budgeting Service has secured a new home at the 'Old Courthouse' in Papakura.

Environment 7 Mar 2024

How targeted rates have helped Aotea

Find out how two environment targeted rate have been put to good use on the motu.

Community 1 Mar 2024

Manurewa board chair steps down early

Manurewa Local Board chair Glenn Murphy is handing over early to deputy Matt Winiata for family reasons.

Community 1 Mar 2024

ParkFest fun is also a chance to speak up

Have Your Say on Auckland Council's Long-term Plan then enjoy a bit of a party!

Events

25 Feb 2026

Author Talk with Gina Cole

Join us in a special author talk with Gina Cole, winner of the 2017 Ockham New Zealand Book Awards.

25 Feb 2026

Pekapeka Tales: Uncovering Aotearoa’s Hidden Mammals

Join us to uncover the surprising musical lives of these elusive creatures and what their songs r...

25 Feb 2026 - 25 Nov 2026

Death Cafe - Remuera

It is a discussion group rather than a grief support or counselling session.

28 Jan 2026 - 25 Nov 2026

Board Games for Adults

Every 4th Wednesday of the month, sit down, relax and enjoy a range of board games at Highland Pa...

26 Feb 2026

Caring for Pā Harakeke

Join Charmaine Bailie and the team for a four-session series focused on caring for pā harakeke.

26 Feb 2026

Celebrating 35 years of writing with Pride

Come to Remuera Library to hear NZ author Douglas Lloyd Jenkins discuss his writing projects past...

26 Feb 2026 - 28 Feb 2026

Abilitopia + White Noise

A bold, disability-led double-bill of dance-theatre that's ready to make some noise.

26 Feb 2026 - 01 Mar 2026

BNZ Auckland Lantern Festival

Experience four unforgettable days filled with colour, culture and connection.