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Climate action 4 May 2022

Unspent funds used to back Franklin groups

Funds unable to be used because of COVID-19 restrictions have been used to help community groups pursue their aims in Franklin.

Community 2 May 2022

Support given to Manurewa organisations

Manurewa Local Board has made almost $60,000 of grants to groups working the local community.

Environment 29 Apr 2022

A helping hand for Rodney waterways

A Rodney Local Board fund has allocated $232,000 to 23 projects helping clean up local rivers and harbours.

Parks / Outdoors 29 Apr 2022

New lookout at Churchill Park

A new lookout has been created at the highest point in Churchill Park in Glendowie, offering 360-degree views over the city including Te Naupata/Musick Point and toward Motukorea/Browns Island. 

Transport 28 Apr 2022

Increased Public Transport needed to meet growth challenge in Whau, says local board

Whau needs more feeder bus services, an increase in frequency of trains and provision of a park and ride building in New Lynn to meet the challenge of growth in the area, says Whau Local Board.

Arts 22 Apr 2022

Work starts to install Oruama Domain art

A public artwork by sculptor Dave McCracken is being added to Glenfield's Oruama Domain.

Parks / Outdoors 21 Apr 2022

More inclusive play for Marlborough Park

Children of all abilities will soon have more choices to play after Kaipātiki Local Board approved a concept to introduce more inclusive play elements in Marlborough Park, Glenfield.

Community 20 Apr 2022

Local projects a highlight of Puketāpapa Community Forum

Key local projects and how they benefit the community were the main talking points at Puketāpapa Local Board’s Community Forum for April.

Events

14 Dec 2024

Fuse Bucket Drumming Workshop

Join us for a fun, free and family-friendly bucket drumming workshop.

14 Dec 2024

Hogwarts Christmas - An Evening for Book Lovers

Step into a magical book club event inspired by J K Rowlings’ infamous Harry Potter universe.

14 Dec 2024

How the Grinch Stole Christmas

Come early to the grass terraces, bring a picnic mat, enjoy games and face painting from 6pm, plu...

14 Dec 2024

Onehunga Community Christmas Carols

Come along and be serenaded by the angelic voices of our local church groups as they sing classic...

14 Dec 2024

Rainbow Ringers of Howick - Christmas Concert

Enjoy a cup of tea as you relax and watch them play.

14 Dec 2024

The Maamaloa Brass Band & Chamber Choir

Come along to Aotea Square for a toe-tapping, tinsel-filled brass extravaganza.

14 Dec 2024

Wild Streets Festival of Play - Hobsonville Point Park

We will be hosting a FREE day full of outdoor games and playful activities for all ages.

14 Dec 2024

Women’s Wellbeing Chinese Talk Series: Session 4: Living Well in Later Life

Explore strategies for overcoming life’s challenges, fostering self-awareness and self-acceptance.