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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 18 Sep 2024

In solidarity with street vendors: growing the entrepreneurial spirit

Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board’s compassionate backing of street vendors.

Community 18 Sep 2024

Work continues on Franklin transport issues

Work on Awhtiu roads that remain closed by cyclone damage has been scheduled.

Community 17 Sep 2024

Ōtara’s composting champions lead climate action

Sir Edmund Hillary Collegiate Middle School (SEHC) in Ōtara hosted 54 teachers from 13 local schools, all keen to dive into the world of Bokashi composting.

Beaches 17 Sep 2024

20kph limit set for Karioitahi Beach

The days of speeding along Karioitahi Beach are over.

Community 17 Sep 2024

Celebrate the Stars

The 2024 Howick Sports Awards celebrated local athletic talent and honoured the vital roles of coaches, volunteers, and community supporters.

Community 17 Sep 2024

Safer Shores - Bucklands Beach Safety improvements begin

Plans for proposed safety measures have been changed to be more effective thanks to community feedback, Howick Local Board, Bucklands and Eastern Beaches Residents Associations.

14-24 year olds 16 Sep 2024

Board grant helps young actors

The Glass Ceiling Arts Collective helps young disabled actors stage dramatic productions.

Events

18 Oct 2024 - 29 Nov 2024

English Conversation Group

Come and join us to practice your English conversation skills. All welcome! Fridays 10:30-11:30am.  

18 Oct 2024 - 20 Dec 2024

BrainCharge

BrainCharge is a fun and engaging brain fitness programme for adults.

04 Oct 2024 - 20 Dec 2024

Digital Help Drop-Ins

Drop into our session with a tech query for some one-on-one digital assistance!

05 Jul 2024 - 20 Dec 2024

Fibre Friday

Get ready to unwind and get crafty every Friday morning at New Lynn Library.

30 Jun 2024 - 30 Jun 2025

Come Write In at Te Manawa

Do you have a writing project you’re working on? Do you want to meet up with other writers? Join...

18 May 2024 - 29 Nov 2024

Free Ukulele class & open mic

Join Sonia Wilson and the members of the 4 String Sing Ukulele Ensemble for our weekly Ukulele cl...

03 May 2024 - 06 Dec 2024

Mandarin Rhymetime

Enjoy Chinese language and culture through music, stories, and activities!   

03 May 2024 - 20 Dec 2024

Lunchtime drop in drawing

Keen to practice your sketching and observation skills in a relaxed environment? Be inspired by a...