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Whanau friendly 3 Apr 2024

Kids Arts Festival set to enchant West Auckland

The popular Kids Arts Festival returns to West Auckland on April 6 and is set to enchant families with a captivating exploration of Oceans and Origins.

14 Mar 2024

Outlook bright for Waitākere Ranges Dark Sky project

Volunteers are now able to use equipment for light monitoring and help register a pre-application to Dark Sky International for the Waitākere Ranges to become an International Dark Sky Place, thanks to the support from Waitākere Ranges Local Board.

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.

Beaches 26 Jan 2024

Cool tips to protect your feet from burning on hot sand

Remember to tread carefully at West Auckland beaches this summer.

Arts 11 Jan 2024

Contemporary ceramics celebrated in the Waitākere Ranges

When it comes to the local arts scene, ceramics is a popular and rejuvenated genre that can’t be ignored in the Waitākere Ranges.

Beaches 10 Jan 2024

Harbour pollution seen up close

Manukau Harbour Forum chair Jon Turner has been out with Sea Cleaners to see contamination and pollution for himself.

Playgrounds 12 Dec 2023

Rānui Domain playground concept plan gets go-ahead

The Rānui Domain playground upgrade will increase play opportunities for tamariki (children) from toddlers to 12 years old, and make the park more enjoyable for all members of the whānau.

Events

29 Nov 2025 - 25 Oct 2026

Rānui seed, seedling & produce swap

Join Rānui Library’s Seed, Seedling & Produce Swap to share, swap, and connect with fellow garden...

09 Mar 2026 - 14 Dec 2026

Te Atatū Art Club

Whether you’re a seasoned artist or just starting out, our welcoming community is here to inspire...

26 Jan 2026 - 30 Nov 2026

Rānui Book Chat

Come along, connect with fellow readers, and get inspired — we’d love to see you there!

28 Apr 2026

Your Job, Know Your Right

Starting your first or new job can be exciting — but it’s also easy to feel unsure about what’s f...

10 Feb 2026 - 03 Jul 2026

Kori me te ruri | Wriggle and Rhyme

Wriggle and Rhyme sessions foster early literacy skills, promoting active movement and brain deve...

10 Feb 2026 - 01 Dec 2026

Lego Club - Glen Eden

Bring your construction skills and join in the LEGO building fun.

03 Feb 2026 - 15 Dec 2026

Wriggle & Rhyme at Waitākere

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

18 Nov 2025 - 30 Jun 2026

Whānau Friendly Exercise Class

Join Matavaine on Tuesdays for a free energising exercise.