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Community 16 Nov 2022

Creativity brings hope to homeless communities

Dreams are being created and aspirations shaped in a concrete garage just off Karangahape Road in the central city.

Environment 15 Nov 2022

Science could help protect milk tree

Franklin Local Board has granted landowner approval for an Auckland University researcher to pick leaves and take samples from rare streblus banksii trees. The project is part of a thesis looking into the genetic and morphological diversity of th...

Kids / Family 9 Nov 2022

Green light for Stanmore Bay playground

Local students gave the green light to the design for a new playground that will be built at Whenua-roa/ D’Oyly Reserve next year.

Plans / Projects 9 Nov 2022

Next steps for Puhinui / Warkworth Centre Plan

Warkworth residents are sharing views for a plan to ensure the town is well-designed and meets the needs of the whole community over time.

Community 9 Nov 2022

Down to business for Manurewa

Incoming Manurewa Local Board Chair Glenn Murphy says it's time for a collaborative approach.

14-24 year olds 9 Nov 2022

New Coyle Park basketball court planned for 2023

Basketball fans in Albert-Eden will be delighted with the news that a new basketball court is set to be installed in Coyle Park, Point Chevalier.

Climate action 8 Nov 2022

Local Bike Kitchen leads the way

Bike Kitchen supports new trend in community

Heritage 3 Nov 2022

175 years of Howick: Marking a major milestone

This year is Howick’s 175th anniversary, and ahead of the official celebrations and various fun events, we’re taking a step back in time to share the history of Howick.

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.