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Community 23 Sep 2025

New energy for Ōtāhuhu

Ōtāhuhu’s town centre is set for a refresh, thanks to funding secured through Auckland Council’s Fix and Finish fund.

Community 23 Sep 2025

Ostrich Farm sports fields gain ground

A $1.1 million boost from Auckland Council’s Fix and Finish Fund is helping move plans forward to transform Ostrich Farm into a fully equipped sports field park.

Community 23 Sep 2025

Growing strong together: why local food planning matters for future resilience in Puketāpapa

Kai Resilient Puketāpapa is a community-led project focused on planning for food resilience.

Elections 23 Sep 2025

No voting papers? No problem!

It’s time to vote in Auckland’s local elections, which means you should have received your voting pack in the letterbox by now.

Safety 18 Sep 2025

Compliance wardens boost community safety in Ōrākei

Two council compliance wardens have been assigned specifically to the Ōrākei Local Board area thanks to its funding.

Community 18 Sep 2025

Stepping down after dedicated service to Rodney

Rodney Local Board members Louise Johnston and Michelle Carmichael are stepping down after years of service, leaving a legacy of advocacy and environmental stewardship.

Plans / Projects 18 Sep 2025

Free training for Hibiscus and Bays community organisations

Community organisations in the Hibiscus and Bays area are being offered free training to strengthen their governance and operations.

Elections 18 Sep 2025

200+ reasons to vote in Auckland local elections

Local elections season is well underway with nearly 25,000 votes already returned.

Events

24 Jan 2026

Music in Parks - Opera in the Park St Heliers

Opera in the Park returns to Vellenoweth Green for enchanting performances.

24 Jan 2026

Summer Fun in the Park 2026

Celebrate the end of the summer holidays with a fun-filled morning of FREE entertainment for the...

26 Jan 2026

Auckland Anniversary Day Regatta 2026

Celebrate Auckland’s birthday on the water at the 186th Auckland Anniversary Day Regatta – the wo...

26 Jan 2026 - 30 Nov 2026

Rānui Book Chat

Come along, connect with fellow readers, and get inspired — we’d love to see you there!

07 Oct 2025 - 30 Jun 2026

Good friends group

Join us over a cuppa every Tuesday morning for our friendly Good Friends Group.

29 Jan 2026

Guided Walking Meditation

Join us for a peaceful and grounding Walking Meditation session amidst the natural beauty of the...

29 Jan 2026

Jimmy Carr - Laughs Funny

Jimmy tells jokes, and jokes are like magnets.

29 Jan 2026 - 28 Feb 2026

Giant Mud Kitchen

Squish, and explore the joy of messy play outdoors.