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Playgrounds 12 Dec 2023

Rānui Domain playground concept plan gets go-ahead

The Rānui Domain playground upgrade will increase play opportunities for tamariki (children) from toddlers to 12 years old, and make the park more enjoyable for all members of the whānau.

Community 5 Dec 2023

Consciously clothing community outfit outgrows its space

Koha Apparel provides clean and quality clothing for those in need, while focusing on the major challenge of diverting textile from landfill.

Akl Paths 5 Dec 2023

People friendly streets on the way

Māngere-Ōtāhuhu Local Board has endorsed the Māngere Streets for People trial projects designed to get more people walking and cycling.

Youth / Rangatahi 5 Dec 2023

Howick spreads grants funds widely

Howick Local Board grants funds have been allocated.

Community 4 Dec 2023

Waiheke grants make a difference where it counts

Waiheke arts and culture, environmental, and community initiatives will be receiving over $62,000 from the Waiheke Local Board following its latest grants rounds.

Council news 1 Dec 2023

Prohibited Fire Season for Hauraki Gulf Islands

Fire and Emergency NZ has declared a prohibited fire season for the Hauraki Gulf Islands, from 1 December 2023

Auckland's Future In Progress 1 Dec 2023

Benefits seen for Franklin in growth plan

A strategy to govern the city’s growth over the next three decades has been welcomed by Auckland Council’s Andy Baker.

Community 1 Dec 2023

Papakura scores a basketball win

Nothing but net! Papakura is getting more basketball facilities.

Events

13 Mar 2026

Movies in Parks: Red, White and Brass

Two Tongans form a makeshift marching band to sneak into a crucial game. Their inexperienced grou...

13 Mar 2026 - 15 Mar 2026

The Auckland Wooden Boat Festival

Come along to experience heritage craftsmanship and innovation side by side in a setting that’s u...

14 Mar 2026

Movies in Parks: Moana 2

After receiving an unexpected call from her wayfinding ancestors, Moana must journey to the far s...

14 Mar 2026

Papa Ki Awataha Regeneration

Come along for a rewarding day of regeneration work at Papa ki Awataha, the source of Northcote’s...

14 Mar 2026

Visit, create and make open day

Come along to your local community arts hub and enjoy a full day of creative workshops, pop-up ex...

14 Mar 2026 - 15 Mar 2026

Pasifika Festival

Step into the heart of the Pacific with eight vibrant villages representing 11 Pacific Island nat...

14 Mar 2026 - 28 Mar 2026

Intergenerational life writing workshops

The stories you will hear from other people will open your mind and give you things to contemplat...

14 Mar 2026 - 06 Jun 2026

N0ughty Box

Discover playful surprises and creative fun with the Noughty Box.