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Community 24 Feb 2023

More funds found for critical projects

Extra funding has been allocated to advance projects at two popular Howick Local Board local sites.

Community 24 Feb 2023

Masterplan for Centre Park put in place

A masterplan to guide development of Centre Park in Māngere has been adopted.

23 Feb 2023

Local grant helps charity glam up the guys

Fix Up Look Sharp is an Onehunga-based charity that provides free styling service for male-identified people looking to sharpen up their appearance for that all-important job interview or meeting.

14-24 year olds 23 Feb 2023

Boards call for civics education in schools

Poor voter turnout at elections is a concern for local bodies in the south.

Community 21 Feb 2023

Report leaves board committed to greater understanding of Māori issues in Manurewa

A detailed report into Auckland Council’s outcomes for Māori has seen Manurewa Local Board call for a workshop to better understand the issues involved.

Community 20 Feb 2023

Rangatahi takes on Manurewa Tuia challenge

The Franklin, Manurewa, Papakura, Māngere-Ōtāhuhu and Ōtara-Papatoetoe boards are all offering rangatahi places in a programme which pairs local government members with young Māori to enhance their leadership skills.

Storm 9 Feb 2023

An army of community volunteers mobilises in Auckland’s south

Hundreds of volunteers have come together to support residents in flood-damaged Māngere

Community 27 Jan 2023

Submissions open on Beachlands plan

A private plan change being sought around land in Beachlands could open the way for more than 3000 new dwellings.

Events

14 Dec 2024

Craft your own natural skincare

This will be a fun, hands-on workshop and a chance to work with a natural skincare professional.

14 Dec 2024

Fuse Bucket Drumming Workshop

Join us for a fun, free and family-friendly bucket drumming workshop.

14 Dec 2024

Hogwarts Christmas - An Evening for Book Lovers

Step into a magical book club event inspired by J K Rowlings’ infamous Harry Potter universe.

14 Dec 2024

How the Grinch Stole Christmas

Come early to the grass terraces, bring a picnic mat, enjoy games and face painting from 6pm, plu...

14 Dec 2024

Onehunga Community Christmas Carols

Come along and be serenaded by the angelic voices of our local church groups as they sing classic...

14 Dec 2024

Rainbow Ringers of Howick - Christmas Concert

Enjoy a cup of tea as you relax and watch them play.

14 Dec 2024

The Maamaloa Brass Band & Chamber Choir

Come along to Aotea Square for a toe-tapping, tinsel-filled brass extravaganza.

14 Dec 2024

Wild Streets Festival of Play - Hobsonville Point Park

We will be hosting a FREE day full of outdoor games and playful activities for all ages.