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Festival 13 Nov 2023

Parnell Festival of Roses – a bloomin’ good time

The sun came out and greeted the community for a fun-filled day at Parnell Festival of Roses 2023, which attracted more than 5,000 attendees.

Community 9 Nov 2023

Franklin backs lower speeds near schools

Falling fatality rates prove slowing down is working, leading Franklin Local Board to back the same approach near schools.

Community 9 Nov 2023

Grants help groups serve Papakura

Papakura Local Board has made more than $80,000 in commujnity grants.

Community 9 Nov 2023

Newest addition to Auckland's public art collection unveiled at Pakuranga Rotary Walkway

Pakuranga’s latest public artwork - Ngā Manu by Dion Hitchens - has been unveiled. Commissioned by Auckland Council Public Art and Pakuranga Rotary, the work graces the Rotary Walkway at Sanctuary Point.

Community 8 Nov 2023

New basketball court a slam dunk for Whau

It’s time to hone your basketball skills and shoot some hoops at the newly opened Archibald Park basketball court in Kelston. 

8 Nov 2023

Bird’s the word: Aotea's 2023 Bird Count Wants You!

Bird enthusiasts on Aotea / Great Barrier are wanted for the next Aotea Bird Count, set to take place in December 2023.

Community 8 Nov 2023

Neighbourhood heroes - keeping our streets safe

Community patrols keep an eye on our neighbourhoods

Community 8 Nov 2023

Maungakiekie-Tāmaki locks in plans for 2023-2026

Community backs local board plan with suggestions to further champion diversity and inclusion in Maungakiekie-Tāmaki.

Events

21 Oct 2025 - 31 Dec 2026

Wāhi Kōrero

Come and join us at Rānui Library to learn and practise Te Reo Māori through kēmu (games) an...

07 Oct 2025 - 30 Jun 2026

Good friends group

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

03 Jun 2025 - 22 Dec 2026

Mandarin computer class at Manukau Library

Mandarin Computer Classes help people learn the basic skills on how to use computer, smart phone,...

03 Dec 2024 - 15 Dec 2026

Wriggle & Rhyme - Avondale Library

Come on down to the library with your pēpi and tamariki for our Wriggle and Rhyme sessions.

18 Feb 2026

Auckland and the invasion of Waikato

Join us for this interesting korero with acclaimed author Dr Vincent O'Malley.

18 Feb 2026

Community Lunar New Year Celebration

Celebrate Lunar New Year with local community in a burst of colour and culture!

18 Feb 2026 - 19 Feb 2026

Rainbow Perler Craft

Craft designs that you, your friends and whanau can wear with Pride.

18 Feb 2026 - 20 Feb 2026

Lunar New Year Preschool Fun

Singing, dancing and rhymes to celebrate the Lunar New Year with your little one.