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Environment 27 Apr 2023

Weed surveillance gives native plants a better chance to thrive

Data from a weed surveillance project on Aotea / Great Barrier helps council to prioritise next steps.

Anzac Day 24 Apr 2023

Glendowie student wins Anzac speech award

Year 12 student Spencer Fitzpatrick has been selected by the local board to deliver his speech at St Heliers Anzac service .

Community 21 Apr 2023

Waitematā grants receive extra budget boost

A reallocation of local board budget underspend sees more in the kitty for community grants.

Community 21 Apr 2023

Eco Fest fills community cup for another year

And that’s a wrap for the Albert-Eden & Puketāpapa Eco Festival 2023, which returned this year with more than 100 events creating local climate action solutions.

Environment 20 Apr 2023

School children help with important marine pest survey

Okiwi School and Envirokiwi have been monitoring for an invasive crab species for the past three years.

Community 20 Apr 2023

Boards find better ways to work together

Auckland's southern local boards are coming together to co-operate in areas where their interests are shared.

Community 18 Apr 2023

Grant helps grow kids love for nature

Interest in nature has grown at Edmonton Primary School with an environmental initiative thanks to the Love Your Neighbourhood grant provided by EcoMatters. 

Community 17 Apr 2023

Street Fest returns to Papakura

Papakura Street Fest returns on Saturday, May 6 with around 5000 visitors expected to make the most of more than 40 stalls.

Events

06 Feb 2026

Forest bathing

Slow down and step away from the noise of daily life with this nourishing Forest Bathing experience.

06 Feb 2026

Waitangi @ Waititi 2026

Join us at Parrs Park for a free whānau celebration filled with culture, community, and epic live...

06 Feb 2026

Waitangi ki Manukau 2026

Gather at the Manukau Sports Bowl this Waitangi Day for a fantastic whānau-friendly day out.

06 Feb 2026

Waitangi ki Ōmaru 2026

Enjoy cultural performances, participate in Te Tiriti o Waitangi maze, play Ki-o-Rahi, and experi...

06 Feb 2026 - 07 Feb 2026

Somethin’ Else

Get ready for another unforgettable weekend of jazz, beats and laid-back energy - celebrating Auc...

03 Oct 2025 - 03 Apr 2026

Te Atatu Food Truck Fridays

Come for a delicious dinner, enjoy great music, and soak in the lively atmosphere—a fantastic nig...

07 Feb 2026

Music In Parks - Corbans Estate Arts Centre

Piha Beach hosts Rei, Huia, and Big Tasty for summer beats.

07 Feb 2026

Topsy Turvy Town

Grab your passports and join us for a day full of playful topsy turvy activities.