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Environment 16 Jun 2022

Aotea Transfer Station opens in July

Aotea / Great Barrier Island is taking another positive step towards achieving the Zero Waste 2040 target.

16 Jun 2022

Henderson Civic Building reopens after refurbishment

The Henderson Civic building has reopened its doors to the public following a six-month comprehensive refurbishment programme.

Council news 16 Jun 2022

Wild weather wreaks havoc in the treetops

Arborists and contractors kept busy with storm damage, and Pukekawa loses a grand old specimen on Domain Drive.

Community 15 Jun 2022

Franklin goes bats

The elusive long-tailed bat (pekapeka tou roa) might be more prevalent across Franklin than first thought.

Conservation 15 Jun 2022

Hibiscus and Bays community planting days open to all

Thousands of native plants ready for planting in local parks across the Hibiscus and Bays Local Board area.

Have your say 15 Jun 2022

Give feedback on how Rodney parks are managed

Have your say on how 338 parks and over 1,400 hectares of land are managed in the Rodney Local Board area.

Cleaning up our environment 15 Jun 2022

WeLoveU members work for the environment

When members of the International WeLoveU Foundation decided to get their hands dirty to support the Clean World Movement, they made a pile of difference – several piles.

Sports / Leisure 14 Jun 2022

Book fields early to avoid disappointment

Sports fields in Puketāpapa are sought after by winter codes, making it essential clubs book early to avoid disappointment.

Events

07 Nov 2024

The New Zealand Herald Premier Series: Sir Andrew Davis – A Tribute (1944–2024)

The concert opens with two pieces by Beethoven at his most heroic and dramatic, with the outstand...

09 Nov 2024

Mt Albert Auckland Record Fair

Following the success of the first two Mt Albert Record Fairs, we are set to go again.

14 Nov 2024

No Such Thing As A Fish – Thundernerds

Each Thundernerds show features a unique live recording of the podcast.

14 Nov 2024

Painting Event: Dreamy Daisies

Join us for an evening filled with whimsy, colour, and plenty of giggles.

14 Nov 2024 - 07 Dec 2024

Camping

Over one raucous night in Lovers' Cove, cocktails are downed, catfights explode, and repressed de...

16 Nov 2024 - 17 Nov 2024

Go Green Expo 2024

Get inspired to live that healthy lifestyle you’ve always dreamed of.

17 Nov 2024

Amazing carnivorous plants botanical art workshop

Learn how to observe and draw fascinating pitcher plants and 'monkey cup'.

17 Nov 2024

NZTrio: Triptych 3 – Untamed Hope

We proudly present a new commission by Kiwi composer Eva Bedggood, offering a fresh perspective a...