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City Centre Waterfront 8 May 2023

New sounds emerge from Central City Library basement for Music Month

This is the second year of an Auckland Council programme called Ka Mua Ka Muri Te Iho Auaha. Named after a Māori proverb meaning walking backwards into the future, the premise is that knowing where you came from can help you know where you’re going.

Youth / Rangatahi 8 May 2023

Boards urge simple approach to speeds

A simple approach to speeds is being urged to help road safety.

Community 5 May 2023

Labour of love for mighty Māngere community

A Māngere alleyway is no longer dark and dingy thanks to the efforts of local resident Jenna Jacobsen Toeono, with the help of Māngere-Ōtāhuhu Local Board, members of Jenna’s family, The Cause Collective, neighbours of McKinstry Ave Māngere, and I...

Community 5 May 2023

Police recognition for hard-working staffer

Auckland Council staffer recognised by Police for work to keep beach safe over summer.

Community 4 May 2023

Grants help Upper Harbour groups

Community groups received over $69,149.50 from Upper Harbour Local Board grants in April, with the programme heavily over-subscribed.

Community 4 May 2023

Māngere-Ōtāhuhu Economic and Business Development Fund open

Budding business tycoons and entrepreneurs can apply to the Māngere-Ōtāhuhu Economic and Business Development Fund. The fund is part of efforts by Māngere-Ōtāhuhu Local Board to support business and non-profit organisations in its area, is now op...

Community 2 May 2023

South urged to speak up on transport needs

Residents from across the south of then city are being encouraged to play a part in deciding transport priorities.

Community 2 May 2023

Feedback on spending to counter crime

Whau Local Board has recommended Business Associations should receive government fund for safety initiatives.

Events

08 Jul 2026 - 12 Jul 2026

Self-Guided Matariki Hikoi

Follow the path and learn a little about te taiao (the environment) and the Matariki stars.

09 Jul 2026

Matariki open mic and community meal

Come together and connect with our community over live music, poetry and performance.

09 Jul 2026

Matariki short films

In celebration of Matariki, Day One Hāpai te Haeata Films with Corban Estate Arts Centre presents...

09 Jul 2026

Matariki spoken word performance

Through poetry, we will remember and tell stories about those we have lost and reflect on how we...

09 Jul 2026

Poi making - Parnell

Join us to celebrate Matariki these school holidays by making poi!

09 Jul 2026

Rainbow Messfest!

A colourful, creative sensory play session for Rainbow whānau, allies, and all our littlest explo...

09 Jul 2026

Stars and Knots: A Matariki craft workshop

Gather, create and connect through the art of macramé.

09 Jul 2026

Tātai Hono: Matariki | Whakapapa Research Open Day

Explore your whakapapa through taonga, kōrero tuku iho, and mātauranga Māori as we honour the ris...