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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.

Community 17 Apr 2023

Broad road safety approach urged

Franklin Local Board has provided feedback to a proposed approach to Katoa, Ka Ora - Speed Management Plan for Auckland, calling for different approaches in rural and urban environments and engineering solutions for difficult roads.

Environment 12 Apr 2023

Local groups pitch in to preserve Whau’s native habitat

Friends of Kurt Brehmer Walkway, a local conservation group, is an example of achieving positive outcomes through protecting and restoring native wildlife and plants.

Community 12 Apr 2023

West Auckland festivals get funding

West Auckland performing arts venues have been awarded funding for their annual festivals through Auckland Council’s Regional Event Grants Programme.

Community 12 Apr 2023

Money found for Franklin facilities

More money has been allocated to toilet renewals across Franklin.

Events

09 Feb 2026 - 07 Dec 2026

Onehunga Chess Club

Come to the library and join with others in learning from a recognised Chessmaster and experience...

09 Feb 2026 - 07 Dec 2026

Rhymetime - New Lynn

Bring along your tamariki & enjoy mornings of music, rhymes, dance, and more.

09 Feb 2026 - 07 Dec 2026

Rhythm & Beats

Rhythm & Beats is a fun and interactive 30-minute session for children aged 3-5 years old.

09 Feb 2026 - 14 Dec 2026

Digital Drop-In

Drop in to our sessions with a tech query for one-on-one digital coaching!

09 Feb 2026 - 14 Dec 2026

Storytime at Pakuranga Library

Join Pakuranga Library for a fun session of stories, songs and rhymes designed to inspire imagina...

09 Feb 2026 - 14 Dec 2026

Sunflower Social Art Club

Bring your favourite art project and supplies and work alongside others in a friendly social group.

02 Feb 2026 - 23 Feb 2026

Crochet with Pride

Learn how to crochet a small item of your choice during our pride month crochet workshops

02 Feb 2026 - 23 Feb 2026

Flow With Pride - Pilates

Join us for this free, gentle, strength-building series from Te Atatū Peninsula Yoga & Pilates, c...