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Community 16 Mar 2023

Aotea community's feedback needed

Aotea / Great Barrier residents from the southwest of the island are being urged to attend a community barbecue in the park to discuss Auckland Council’s proposed Annual Budget and plans to address a $295 million budget gap, including cuts to oper...

Environment 16 Mar 2023

Strains on drains in the rains

Failings in the rural stormwater networks during Cyclone Gabrielle and earlier flooding added to the impact on Franklin’s road network, Auckland Transport has been told.

Community 16 Mar 2023

Chill Zone at Come Fly a Kite makes event more welcoming to all kids

If your child feels overwhelmed by big crowds or loud noises, don't let it stop you from bringing them to the popular annual Come Fly a Kite event in Te Atatu Peninsula.

Community 14 Mar 2023

Local grants help make a difference

Local grants are provided to help groups achieve objectives that align with the local board’s plans and overall aims for its community.

Environment 14 Mar 2023

Aucklanders reminded to keep waterways on private property maintained

More than 80 per cent of the waterways in Auckland flow through private property and must be maintained by the landowner.

Sports / Leisure 13 Mar 2023

Money found to improve softball facilities

Money has been added to the budget to improve softball facilities at Colin Lawrie Reserve.

Community 13 Mar 2023

Agencies work to rehome flood-hit families

Auckland Council and Māngere-Ōtāhuhu Local Board staff are working alongside Kāinga Ora - the largest housing owner in the area - to meet the needs of families hit by flooding.

9 Mar 2023

What are your favourite activities in the Waitematā area?

It's time to tell us what you value in your local area in the Annual Budget consultation.

Events

06 Jun 2026

Come Together - Bruce Springstein

Come Together will perform the 'Born to Run' in its entirety, followed by a second set diving dee...

06 Jun 2026

French collection launch - Mt Albert

Mt Albert Library is celebrating the inclusion of a French Collection to our shelves!

06 Jun 2026

Indie Game Showcase

Free event featuring 20+ playable games from local game makers and developers.

06 Jun 2026

Japanese Bilingual Storytime

Come for a fun afternoon of songs, dance and stories.

06 Jun 2026

Pasifika Kidzspace

Come along, make a special handmade bookmark while also enjoying colouring, games and movies all...

06 Jun 2026

Robotics workshop for kids

Kids can build, program and test their very own robots while developing critical problem-solving...

06 Jun 2026

Ula lole workshop

Create your own colourful candy lei in this fun, hands-on workshop!

06 Jun 2026

Vessels: Clay workshop

Make your own clay vessel assisted by Manurewa Potters Club (MPC) potters.