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Community 5 Aug 2025

All around the world in Puketāpapa

Puketāpapa is one of the most diverse areas in Aotearoa / New Zealand, and this rich diversity is acknowledged and celebrated through the Welcoming Communities programme.

Community 4 Aug 2025

Fantastic Fergusson Domain upgrades on the way

Oranga’s Fergusson Domain is set for a suite of changes – following the adoption of the masterplan and community consultation.

Candidates confirmed
Election Topics 4 Aug 2025

Auckland elections candidates have been announced. Who will you vote for?

A total of 477 nominations for Auckland Elections 2025 were received as at midday Friday 1 August when nominations closed.

Parks / Outdoors 1 Aug 2025

Community organisation’s efforts help bird populations grow

Bird populations in Ōrākei and Maungakiekie-Tāmaki are growing with a helping hand from Eastern Bays Songbird Project.

Community 31 Jul 2025

Caring for the Ranges: local board invests in nature and community

A strong commitment to sustainability and community wellbeing has been underlined by Waitākere Ranges Local Board with an investment of almost $400,000. 

Elections 31 Jul 2025

Auckland's elections candidate numbers trending up from 2022

Nominations received so far for candidates standing in Auckland local elections are up from this time last elections.

Community 29 Jul 2025

Making the school run safer in Avondale

A new raised pedestrian crossing is on the way for St Georges Road, Avondale.  

Community 29 Jul 2025

Old Point Chev library finds a new home in the South Pacific

Earlier this year the Point Chevalier community said goodbye to the library – and now it’s Mālō e lelei from Tonga after a successful recycling project. 

Events

15 Dec 2025 - 17 Dec 2025

Ghostfield by Foster Group Dance

Ghostfield is a striking hybrid live-digital dance work where choreography, 3D projection and sou...

15 Dec 2025 - 23 Jan 2026

Nathan Homestead School Holiday Programme

Nathan Homestead Pukepuke offer fun, active and creative school holiday programmes for tamariki a...

15 Dec 2025 - 23 Jan 2026

Summer holiday program at Clendon Library

A vibrant summer of reading, creativity and discovery at Waimāhia Library

15 Dec 2025 - 03 Feb 2026

Summer School Holiday Programme with Auckland Council Pools and Leisure

Dive into the ultimate summer school holiday adventure.

15 Dec 2025 - 11 Feb 2026

Community Fitness

Get active, push your limits, and have a blast with high-energy fitness sessions

15 Dec 2025 - 28 Feb 2026

Ako Hoe Waka

Paddle together and experience the thrill of waka on Auckland’s waterways.

14 Dec 2025 - 29 Mar 2026

Kiwi Bubble Soccer

Bounce, roll, and have a blast in this hilarious bubble soccer session.

13 Dec 2025 - 01 Feb 2026

Circus in the Park

Juggle, tumble, and try circus tricks in a playful outdoor setting.