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Playgrounds 31 Mar 2023

Take flight at Manurewa playground

The Manurewa playground boasts a 40-metre flying fox, age-appropriate play equipment, and features in-ground mini trampolines and an all-abilities access roundabout. 

Climate action 29 Mar 2023

Less pollution thanks to electric trucks

The streets of Māngere are not only quieter, they are less polluted thanks to Watercare's new electric trucks.

Community 28 Mar 2023

Community thanked for cyclone response

A formal thank you has been recorded to acknowledge community efforts in the wake of Cyclone Gabrielle.

Community 28 Mar 2023

Liquor stores and signs cause concern

Manurewa Local Board wants it made easier to object to new liquor outlets.

Conservation 27 Mar 2023

Autumn health check for Hunua Ranges kauri begins

Hunua Ranges ready for a health check in the hope it will confirm the forest is still free of the deadly kauri dieback disease

Parks / Outdoors 27 Mar 2023

Refreshed concept plan aims to create greater waterfront access for wider community

Ōrākei Local Board's revised concept plan for The Landing will go out for public consultation in April 2023.

14-24 year olds 27 Mar 2023

Botanic Gardens become a classroom

Hundreds of children have taken part in Eye on Nature learning sessions.

Development 27 Mar 2023

Construction process for Te Hā Noa set to begin on 11 April

Te Hā Noa, a renewed Victoria Street, is the next big project in Auckland Council’s Midtown Regeneration programme.

Events

07 Dec 2024

Manurewa Christmas in the Park

Bring the whole family to celebrate Manurewa Christmas in the Park for live music and free activi...

07 Dec 2024

Onehunga Community Christmas Celebrations

Join us for a festive day of fun and creativity at the Onehunga Christmas Market & Community Event!

07 Dec 2024

Panmure Christmas Bash 2024

Bring the whole family for a fun-filled day as we kick off the holiday season in Panmure!

07 Dec 2024

Preserving and Preparing for Waste Free Christmas Celebrations

Come along and get handy tips and creative recipes to reduce food waste over the Christmas period.

07 Dec 2024

Storytime at the Museum

Join us for free sessions where we dive into the magical stories of the sea.

07 Dec 2024

Summer Creative Market

The annual Creative Market is where artists, bakers, ceramicists, makers, and food trucks come to...

07 Dec 2024

Tamariki Market

Come along and check out our special market and purchase some gifts for Christmas!

07 Dec 2024

The Elves are AWOL

The Elves are AWOL is a cute 20-minute family-friendly Christmas circus spectacular.