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Community 15 Aug 2022

Inspiring initiatives taking place in your community

Celebrating community groups and organisations doing amazing things in central Auckland.

Development 15 Aug 2022

A plan to shape central suburbs for future growth

An Integrated Area Plan to support growth and development has been adopted by the Albert-Eden and the Puketāpapa Local Boards.

Educational 10 Aug 2022

A business school for the rebels is calling for applicants

The Rebel Business School will deliver 20 free workshops designed to equip aspiring entrepreneurs with the tools they need to start their own business.

Community 9 Aug 2022

Community Forums continue to connect

Ethnic Communities Forum an local success

Cleaning up our environment 9 Aug 2022

Waterways Protection Fund extended

Aotea / Great Barrier, Papakura, Franklin and Rodney, are all now part of the Regional Waterways Protection Fund.

Environment 8 Aug 2022

Environmental heroes celebrated in the Love Your Place Awards

Volunteers, businesses and schools working to help preserve the unique environment of the Waitākere Ranges have been recognised in the 2022 Love Your Place Awards.

Community 8 Aug 2022

Local Volunteer Expo

If you have an interest in becoming a volunteer then the Ōrākei Volunteer Expo may be just what you need

Arts 5 Aug 2022

Meditative Art for everyone

Through active guided meditations, discover an alternative perspective of how to express thoughts, feelings, and conflicts

Events

10 Aug 2024 - 11 Aug 2024

Word-Up Wānanga

Develop your creative practice, creative writing, and performance skills.

10 Aug 2024 - 31 Aug 2024

Kaukapakapa River Workshop series

These workshops offer practical insights into the natural behaviours of waterways.

10 Aug 2024 - 28 Sep 2024

Kāinga

This exhibition explores the connection between Cook Island Māori and te reo Māori cultures, draw...

10 Aug 2024 - 28 Sep 2024

Kia Ora Whaea

This exhibition will explore maternal mental health from a Māori perspective.

19 Jul 2024 - 28 Sep 2024

Starry Storytime at Stardome

These are fun and relaxed parent and baby sessions where we will be reading Flit the Fantail and...

28 May 2024 - 17 Aug 2024

Planting Days 2024 with Kaipātiki Project

Join us as we expand and strengthen our local reserves with more native plants this year.

11 May 2024 - 14 Dec 2024

Teens’ Book Club

Bring your own choice of book to discuss with other teens who like reading.

11 Aug 2024

Luscious tulips botanical art workshop

Let your creativity flow as you connect with nature and fellow botanical art enthusiasts.