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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

28 Feb 2026

Summer Serenade - Featuring The 60s Survivors

Bring friends, a picnic, wine, seating, rugs and a torch.

28 Feb 2026

Summer Spectacular

Fun for kids, entertainment and live music for all, and huge beach vibes in Browns Bay.

28 Feb 2026

Te Ara Tahuna - Ōrewa estuary guided bike tour

Learn about the unique natural and cultural heritage of the are and important restoration taking...

28 Feb 2026 - 01 Mar 2026

Honu and Blue's Sealife Clues storytime

Celebrate Seaweek at the Maritime Museum with a fun‑filled weekend as we premiere the delightful...

28 Feb 2026 - 08 Mar 2026

Embroidery Display

It will include a display of pieces for our annual Elizabeth Ellett Challenge, pieces for our Pre...

28 Feb 2026 - 11 Apr 2026

The Little Leys Classic Film Club

The Leys Institute Little Library’s film club screens famous, influential, and entertaining maste...

31 Jan 2026 - 19 Dec 2026

Manurewa Library Book Club

We meet every month to discuss our book of the month with friends and a coffee.

02 Feb 2026 - 07 Dec 2026

Blind Date - A Support Group for Blind and Low Vision Kiwis

Come along to Blind Date, a friendly monthly support group for people who are blind or have low v...