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Community 31 May 2024

From counselling to student radio – a variety of grants awarded

More than 40 successful grant applicants are progressing initiatives to benefit the community through Waitematā Local Board's grant programme

Community 31 May 2024

How board funding has helped the community

The impact of Māngere-Ōtāhuhu local board funding has been felt by more than 50 community groups and providers, enabling them to thrive and bring about meaningful change.

Community 28 May 2024

Board grants help the Upper Harbour community

Over $77,000 has been allocated to community groups by the Upper Harbour Local Board.

Remuera Library 27 May 2024

Much-loved Remuera Library undergoing restoration

The library's services will be relocated during the works.

Community 27 May 2024

Residents urged to back transport moves

Locals need to speak up to bring about transport changes.

Community 27 May 2024

Local voices urged to back transport change

Manurewa Local Board says only by adding their voices to consultations can residents bring about transport change.

Community 27 May 2024

Not your dumping ground

People dumping tyres illegally, are cautioned to tread carefully, with possible fines up to $30,000 for offenders.

Environment 27 May 2024

Waitākere Ranges Climate Action Plan consultation open now

Residents in Waitākere Ranges are being urged to give feedback on a revised Local Climate Action Plan that identifies ways to cut emissions and enable community resilience.

Events

10 Oct 2026

Nourishing traditions: Rongoā Māori introduction

This introductory heritage session explores traditional Māori healing practices, the use of nativ...

10 Oct 2026

Parnell Streams and Gullies Heritage Walk

An enriching look into the early connection between the natural landscape and the development of...

10 Oct 2026

Preserving the past masterclass

A meaningful way to celebrate knowledge and traditions passed down through generations.

10 Oct 2026

Roots of my land

Learn the craft of making arepas, an Indigenous food of the Americas.

10 Oct 2026

The Auckland Original Sugar Workers Walk

Step back in time on the Original Sugar Worker’s Walk, a 35 to 40-minute heritage trail in Birken...

10 Oct 2026

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

This heritage event invites you to learn about the people, history and traditions that shaped thi...

10 Oct 2026 - 11 Oct 2026

Kids toy boat building activity

This free workshop invites the next generation of creators to build their very own wooden toy boat.

11 Oct 2026

A musical feast

Folk musicians Chris Priestley and Cameron Bennett will draw on their vast repertoire of original...