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Environment 8 Oct 2024

Puketāpapa pest control pays dividends for indigenous ornate skink population

A promising discovery has been made in a forested area of Auckland.

Community 19 Sep 2024

Grey Power finds new home

Grey Power Auckland has found a new home after being handed a lease to Mt Albert Senior Citizens Hall, a council-owned community venue.

Community 10 Sep 2024

Community on the beat

From mums to business owners – community patrols consist of committed local residents from all different walks of life.

Environment news 3 Sep 2024

Wairaki Stream sheds 50 tonnes

Lynfield Beach Cove Reserve is now open to the public - one month sooner than anticipated.

Waste 20 Aug 2024

Zero-waste Waiōrea turns one

Since opening in August 2023, the centre has diverted more than 110 tonnes of materials from landfill, hosted nearly 50 events with more than 1000 visitors.

Climate action 15 Aug 2024

Mt Roskill Library switches to solar

Local library and adjoining Fickling Convention Centre in Mt Roskill gets renewable energy boost thanks to central government’s Community Renewable Energy Fund.

Community 15 Aug 2024

Puketāpapa shines a light on local volunteers

A total of 26 volunteers were recently recognised for their commitment to the Puketāpapa community during an awards celebration at Fickling Convention Centre.

Akl Paths 8 Aug 2024

Part of Puketāpapa tracks a step closer to reopening

The 10-kilometre coastal track that borders eight reserves and wraps around Lynfield, Waikōwhai and Hillsborough, is being restored in stages following extensive damage from 2023’s adverse weather.

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28 Jan 2026 - 30 Dec 2026

Digital Together Online Council Services Drop-in Sessions

Come along to a free drop-in session and learn how to use Auckland Council’s online services.

16 Apr 2026 - 28 May 2026

Empowering fitness: Zumba class

Get ready to groove to infectious beats and let loose as we take your fitness journey to a whole...

05 Feb 2026 - 03 Dec 2026

Tamariki Time

Join us at the Waterview Community and Enviro Hub to enjoy some stories, singing and dancing!

08 May 2026 - 17 Jul 2026

Digital Drop-in

You can ask basic tech questions and we will guide you through some simple solutions.

25 Apr 2026 - 16 May 2026

Adventure bike playground

Work as a group to find the torn pieces of the treasure map and discover the hidden booty. 

04 Feb 2026 - 09 Dec 2026

Chess Club - Epsom

Play with others, sharpen your tactics, and boost your game with tips from our awesome chess coach!

16 May 2026

Music performance and hands-on experience

Come along and enjoy the sound of erhu with Zoe Li!

17 Jan 2026 - 21 Nov 2026

Death Cafe

Join an open and welcoming environment to chat over tea and coffee.