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Community 2 Feb 2026

Superhero approval for Kimpton Park playground

Papatoetoe families are buzzing with excitement as the newly upgraded playground at Toetoe-nui / Kimpton Park is open, thanks to funding by the Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board.

Community news 2 Feb 2026

A fresh facelift for Ngā Puna / Cyclamen Park

Ngā Puna / Cyclamen Park in Māngere, named after the area’s sacred springs, has been upgraded following community feedback.

Community 29 Jan 2026

The Landing: local stories find a timeless home

At Ngā Tohu o Uenuku / Māngere Arts Centre, The Landing beautifully demonstrated how local stories could be transformed into living taonga: portraits and voices that captured the richness of the community’s lived experiences.

Community 29 Jan 2026

Out with the old, in with the woohoo!

From Monday 9 February 2026, work will begin on upgrading the playground, with completion expected in 4–6 weeks (weather permitting), thanks to funding from the Howick Local Board.

Community 29 Jan 2026

Dropping in like its hot: new flow bowl construction underway

Get ready to drop into some gnarly moves at Onehunga Bay Reserve when the new flow bowl drops in April. 

Community 28 Jan 2026

5 top things to do in Upper Harbour

Discover Upper Harbour with adventures, festivals, outdoor movie, swimming and free fun — all supported by the Upper Harbour Local Board.

Community 27 Jan 2026

Waiheke board supports community and environmental projects in latest grant round

The Waiheke Local Board has allocated funding to a range of local and environmental projects through its Local and Environmental Grant Round, supporting initiatives that benefit the island’s community and environment.

Community 22 Jan 2026

Making moves with Local Grants

The Māngere-Ōtāhuhu Local Board is inviting community groups, organisations, and individuals to apply for the Board’s Local Grant round two, open from 12 January to 20 February 2026, for projects starting after 1 May 2026.

Events

22 Aug 2026

Author Talk - Thalia Henry: Sorry Rock

This author talk is free and an opportunity to hear directly from the author, on this newly relea...

22 Aug 2026

Buwan ng Wika 2026 - Filipino Language Month Celebration

Come and celebrate the richness of the Filipino language and culture with us here in Franklin, Ao...

22 Aug 2026

Dolfin-Lin duo

This dynamic piano and cello duo present a diverse and fascinating programme.

22 Aug 2026

Family history for beginners

You’ll learn how to get started, stay organised and explore key records with confidence.

22 Aug 2026

Herbal garden planning session

Come along if you are interested in creating your own little herb garden.

22 Aug 2026

Kiri and Lou in Concert

Award-winning animated children’s series, Kiri and Lou, follows the adventures of Kiri, a feisty...

22 Aug 2026

More Than Toast - live cooking demo: Rhiannon Baldock

n this session, you'll get fresh ideas, learn clever shortcuts and discover new ways to change up...

22 Aug 2026

The Dire Straits Experience

This is a rare opportunity to relive the songs, the sound, and the spirit of one of rock’s greate...