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Environment 15 Nov 2022

Science could help protect milk tree

Franklin Local Board has granted landowner approval for an Auckland University researcher to pick leaves and take samples from rare streblus banksii trees. The project is part of a thesis looking into the genetic and morphological diversity of th...

Plans / Projects 9 Nov 2022

Next steps for Puhinui / Warkworth Centre Plan

Warkworth residents are sharing views for a plan to ensure the town is well-designed and meets the needs of the whole community over time.

Community 9 Nov 2022

Down to business for Manurewa

Incoming Manurewa Local Board Chair Glenn Murphy says it's time for a collaborative approach.

Climate action 8 Nov 2022

Local Bike Kitchen leads the way

Bike Kitchen supports new trend in community

Heritage 3 Nov 2022

175 years of Howick: Marking a major milestone

This year is Howick’s 175th anniversary, and ahead of the official celebrations and various fun events, we’re taking a step back in time to share the history of Howick.

Dogs 1 Nov 2022

Dog walkers at Te Henga / Bethells Beach can lead the way

Beachgoers at Te Henga / Bethells Beach who have forgotten their dog lead will be able to borrow one and then return it at the end of their walk thanks to a new initiative by Te Henga Tuturiwhatu, the local dotterel minding group. 

Community 31 Oct 2022

Get out and about on the shore this summer

Our Out and About teams are hosting a range of fun free events on the north shore designed to get children of all ages active over the summer break.

Community 31 Oct 2022

Waiheke foraging at your fingertips

Waiheke locals can now access free, nutritious food through an online food map that locates hundreds of fruit trees planted with funding from Waiheke Local Board.

Events

03 Dec 2025 - 04 Mar 2026

Guided Tour | Pop to Present

Tour through Pop to Present: American Art from the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts.

22 Sep 2025 - 23 Jan 2026

World of tiger worms

Dive into the fascinating world of tiger worms and discover how these tiny composting heroes turn...

08 Jan 2026

K-pop Dance Class

Join us for our K-Pop Dance Class with professional dancer Stephanie Santos.

08 Jan 2026

Music in Parks Milford Beach - Blues & Rock

Free blues and rock show returns to Milford Beach Reserve.

08 Jan 2026

Physics Pathfinders Workshop at New Lynn Library

Kids explore basic physics through fun, hands-on experiments!

08 Jan 2026 - 31 Jan 2026

Meditation Group

Join us for a peaceful and grounding meditation session led by Haresh Manglani, an experienced Al...

08 Jan 2026 - 02 Apr 2026

Knitting and Craft Group

Bring your knitting, crochet or craft project and enjoy a chat.

09 Jan 2026

Green Bay Stream Care Session

Help restore the Waitahurangi Awa with a hands-on community clean-up and pest plant removal day,...