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Community 28 Feb 2023

Grants for all ages

Ōrākei Local Grants applications close 17 March, here are some examples of previous successful projects.

Community 27 Feb 2023

Unsung heroes of Puketāpapa

Puketāpapa’s superheroes swung into swift action amid Auckland’s wild weather.

Community 27 Feb 2023

Wading through it together at Riverside

At the Riverside Community Centre shelter, local volunteers and council staff helped provide a safe space and assistance during the cyclone.

Elections 24 Feb 2023

Local board welcomes new member following by-election

Results from the Aotea/Great Barrier Local Board by-election confirm Laura Caine as the newest member elected to the board.

23 Feb 2023

Local grant helps charity glam up the guys

Fix Up Look Sharp is an Onehunga-based charity that provides free styling service for male-identified people looking to sharpen up their appearance for that all-important job interview or meeting.

Youth / Rangatahi 23 Feb 2023

Boards call for civics education in schools

Poor voter turnout at elections is a concern for local bodies in the south.

Community 21 Feb 2023

Report leaves board committed to greater understanding of Māori issues in Manurewa

A detailed report into Auckland Council’s outcomes for Māori has seen Manurewa Local Board call for a workshop to better understand the issues involved.

Community 20 Feb 2023

Rangatahi takes on Manurewa Tuia challenge

The Franklin, Manurewa, Papakura, Māngere-Ōtāhuhu and Ōtara-Papatoetoe boards are all offering rangatahi places in a programme which pairs local government members with young Māori to enhance their leadership skills.

Events

14 Nov 2026

Back to the 80's

Don’t miss this power-packed evening with the Auckland Phil and our incredible guest vocalists pe...

15 Nov 2026

Learn to draw glorious roses

Join botanical artist Jennifer Duval-Smith for a workshop that will guide you to draw a beautiful...

19 Nov 2026

Grieg’s Piano Concerto

Appearing in Australasia for the first time, Norwegian pianist Christian Ihle Hadland plays the e...

26 Nov 2026

Mahler 1

Mahler’s astonishing First Symphony begins with the primeval sound of the world awakening: it tel...

06 Dec 2026

From Stillness to Splendour

David takes us back to an exciting and scintillating celebration of the season with his rendition...

08 Dec 2026 - 10 Dec 2026

Christmas Storytime

A  great opportunity to encourage an interest in books, while building language and literacy skills.

18 Dec 2026 - 19 Dec 2026

Christmas Cheer

Gather whānau and friends together for this special concert.