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Community 6 Mar 2024

Diversity Festival 2024 immerses community in vibrant tapestry of cultures

It was an explosion of cultures for one of Tāmaki Makaurau’s most iconic festivals, organised by Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board.

Community 1 Mar 2024

Manurewa board chair steps down early

Manurewa Local Board chair Glenn Murphy is handing over early to deputy Matt Winiata for family reasons.

Community 1 Mar 2024

ParkFest fun is also a chance to speak up

Have Your Say on Auckland Council's Long-term Plan then enjoy a bit of a party!

Arts 1 Mar 2024

Hit the trail and enjoy art easel-y

Artists throw their studios open as part of the Clevedon Art Trail on the weekend of March 16-17.

Environment 29 Feb 2024

Planting hope in Rānui flax garden

Rānui local weavers now have a new pā harakeke (flax garden) which will provide access to the natural resource and taonga (treasure), thanks to the support from Henderson-Massey Local Board.

Akl Paths 28 Feb 2024

Franklin being asked about targeted rate

Franklin residents are being asked if they would be willing to pay a special rate to fund path development in the area.

Parks / Outdoors 28 Feb 2024

Wairaki / Lynfield Reserve – signed, sealed and delivered

It’s the first park in Puketāpapa to have its returned name signposted. In 2022, Puketāpapa Local Board formally adopted traditional Māori names for 17 parks which have been given dual names.

Parks / Outdoors 28 Feb 2024

Othello Park Playground upgrade reinforces Local Board investment

It might be small, but it certainly is mighty, with something for everyone at the recently upgraded Othello Park playground.

Events

02 May 2024 - 04 May 2024

Food Truck Round Up 2024

Enjoy live music, atmospheric lighting, and cosy heaters and blankets to keep everyone warm.

02 May 2024 - 31 May 2024

From The Pit

Step inside New Zealand’s music scene with From The Pit, the longest-running music photography ex...

02 May 2024 - 31 May 2024

Ka Mua Ka Muri

The Auckland Live Digital Stage will also host the captivating web series Ka Mua Ka Muri.

01 May 2024 - 25 May 2024

Art on Record Members Exhibition

We’re celebrating NZ Music Month with one of our favourite themed exhibitions, ‘Art on Record’.

29 Apr 2024 - 03 May 2024

Earthworkers: Regenerative Horticulture 101

Earthworkers is an education programme that focuses on the ability of plants to heal the planet,...

28 Apr 2024 - 29 May 2024

The Big Bike Film Night 2024

The Big Bike Film Night is on a mission- bringing the best cycling short films from around the wo...

27 Apr 2024 - 12 May 2024

There Were No Photos: A Community Exhibition

This exhibition calls on artists to reflect on time periods where there were no photos.

20 Apr 2024 - 07 Jun 2026

Taimoana | Coastlines: Art in Aotearoa

Taimoana | Coastlines explores the art of Aotearoa New Zealand, locating it within Te Moana-nui-a...