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Community 15 Mar 2024

AT urged to keep it simple

Complex engineered solutions may not be the way to solve simple traffic issues.

Community 15 Mar 2024

It started with a kiss...

A spot opposite Papakura Station has been rejected as a potential 'kiss and ride' drop-off point.

Parks / Outdoors 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.

14-24 year olds 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.

Parks / Outdoors 8 Mar 2024

The tale of ‘it’s only just birds’ one of 21 parks in Ōtara-Papatoetoe to receive Māori Names

Twenty-one parks in the Ōtara-Papatoetoe area will receive Māori names, as part of Auckland Council’s commitment for te reo Māori to be seen, heard, spoken, and learnt.

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.

Events

11 May 2024

Music For Our Mothers

The annual concert by North Shore Brass celebrating Mothers this year features a world champion.

11 May 2024

Music in the Library: Auckland Youth Symphonic Band

Drop in with your friends & whanau for a relaxing morning of music at Avondale Library.

11 May 2024

NZ Opera's Open Day

Learn about the intricacies and idosyncrasies of conducting and singing for the form and get a ra...

11 May 2024

Preloved Rummage - Auckland Mama Market

Join us for our Preloved Rummage to shop good quality preloved items for babies and kids to 12 ye...

11 May 2024

Tiny Rave

Ignite your little one's love for music at Tiny Rave, the ultimate dance party for kids!

11 May 2024

Weed Swap Event

Bring in your moth plant and rhamnus weeds and get a native seedling.

11 May 2024 - 16 Jun 2024

Silver/Gold Bike Skills

Gain confidence on busier roads and at complex intersections so that you leave this session feeli...

11 May 2024 - 22 Jun 2024

E-Bike Experience

The course is an introduction to e-bikes and will take you through riding in an open court space...