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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

10 Feb 2026 - 15 Dec 2026

Babies and Bubbles

Join us for songs, movement and bubbles for developing brains.

10 Feb 2026 - 15 Dec 2026

Ponsonby Playgroup

Ponsonby Playgroup is a friendly place for parents/caregivers and their children to meet and play.

03 Feb 2026 - 15 Dec 2026

BrainCharge for adults

Give your brain a weekly workout at Kumeu Library's BrainCharge sessions.

03 Feb 2026 - 15 Dec 2026

Wriggle & Rhyme at Waitākere

Wriggle and Rhyme is for parents/caregivers with pēpi and pangore / babies and toddlers.

02 Dec 2025 - 17 Jun 2026

Cloth nappies, parenting and more

Join us for this insightful and humorous session tailored for parents looking to make sustainable...

18 Nov 2025 - 30 Jun 2026

Whānau Friendly Exercise Class

Join Matavaine on Tuesdays for a free energising exercise.

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.