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Arts 20 Nov 2024

Honouring Hingaia in sculpture at Karaka

Waiohua chieftainess Hingaia is celebrated at the park that bears her name in Karaka.

Community 19 Nov 2024

Timetable developed for return of trains

Franklin Ward Councillor Andy Baker says the fully electric train service will be a game-changer for Pukekohe and surrounding areas.

Community 19 Nov 2024

New CCTV cameras installed at Mount Albert library

Mount Albert Library has 15 new CCTV cameras in action.

Waste 19 Nov 2024

Over 10,000 tonnes recycled at Waiuku Community Recycling Centre’s 10-year mark

This month, Auckland’s first official Community Recycling Centre (CRC), Zero Waste Waiuku is celebrating 10 years of operation.

Community 18 Nov 2024

Celebrate Christmas with Carols at the Kings

Christmas is coming early for Puketāpapa residents, with the annual Carols at the Kings celebration taking place on Sunday 8 December.

Community 15 Nov 2024

Bike Hub No 14 gets Manurewa rolling

Auckland transport has added the final bike hub to its Auckland network, the Beautification Trust's Dalgety Road site in Manurewa.

Community 13 Nov 2024

Why dog safety education matters in schools

Every year, hundreds of people need medical care for dog attacks in Auckland, leading Auckland Council to unleash a new animal management team to deal with roaming dogs.

Community 13 Nov 2024

Big things happening in bustling Ōtāhuhu

Ōtāhuhu is vibrant with activity, fuelled by the support of the Māngere-Ōtāhuhu Local Board’s grants for an array of community events.

Events

30 Jan 2025 - 27 Feb 2025

Historic Auckland Waterfront walking tour

Don your best walking shoes and delve into the history and archaeology of the Auckland waterfront.

28 Feb 2025

Guided Nature Walk with Kaipātiki Project

Join us for an insightful nature walk at Eskdale Reserve, where we’ll explore how the natural env...

28 Feb 2025

Movies in Parks: Wonka

With dreams of opening a candy shop in a city renowned for it's variety of delicious sweets, the...

28 Feb 2025

Tu meke tales

Let Malcolm Clarke take your tamariki on a journey of courage, kindness and conservation with thi...

31 Jan 2025 - 28 Nov 2025

Family history help

Beginners and experienced genealogists are welcome to attend this drop-in session.

01 Mar 2025

Browns Bay Summer Spectacular 2025

Enjoy the live music on stage in Phoenix Plaza and the beach reserve while you soak up the summer...

01 Mar 2025

Cat the Play

This riotous solo comedy play with a dark twist, never before heard original songs and the hardes...

01 Mar 2025

Diversity Festival 2025

Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board proudly brings their ever popular and vibrant FREE Diversity Festiva...