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Community 1 Dec 2022

IT gets a taste of Samoan flair

A group of senior Manurewa Samoan residents has grasped the opportunity to join the digital age.

Beaches 1 Dec 2022

Staying safe in Waitaramoa / Hobson Bay this summer

With the summer season upon us everyone’s looking to get out and enjoy the water. Waitaramoa / Hobson Bay is a great place to do that

Hauraki Gulf 1 Dec 2022

Fire and Emergency New Zealand declares a prohibited fire season for the Hauraki Gulf islands

A total ban on all outdoor fires is in place and previous permits are suspended.

Arts 30 Nov 2022

Waiheke initiatives get helping hand from board

Take a look at just a few key examples from around Waiheke that will be getting a financial boost thanks to Waiheke Local Board’s latest local and multiboard grants round.

Environment 30 Nov 2022

New home for Pest Free Kaipātiki

Pest Free Kaipātiki has a new home thanks to Auckland Council, Kaipātiki Local Board, and local businesses and volunteers.

Community 28 Nov 2022

Board members join Carols in the Park

Two of Papakura Local Board's members have put the agendas aside to participate in Carols in the Park.

Community 28 Nov 2022

Manurewa enjoys Coffee with a Cop

Manurewa police are swapping the beat for the cafe to connect with the community.

Community 25 Nov 2022

Auckland’s newest boulevard opens for summer

There’s another reason to visit one of Auckland’s favourite summer spots, with the extended Ōrewa Boulevard complete in time for summer.

Events

11 Feb 2026 - 30 Dec 2026

Waipareira Whānau Support Centres

Visit one of our whānau-supported centres, proudly delivered by Te Whānau o Waipareira.

04 Feb 2026 - 02 Dec 2026

Book Chat - Glen Eden Library

Come join our friendly group where you can hear about good books from other keen readers and shar...

04 Feb 2026 - 02 Dec 2026

Book Chat - Sir Edmund Hillary Library

Join our lively group and meet others who are interested in sharing their reading.

04 Feb 2026 - 05 Dec 2026

Bilingual Rhymetime - Waitākere

We will sing songs, tell stories, and dance about!

04 Feb 2026 - 16 Dec 2026

BrainCharge - Ōrewa

Give your brain a workout! Join our weekly Brain Charge sessions especially designed for older pe...

04 Feb 2026 - 16 Dec 2026

Tamariki Time - Pt Chevalier

Join us for our Tamariki Time sessions and enjoy some stories, songs, and movement with your litt...

28 Jan 2026 - 02 Dec 2026

Caffeine and Craft

Come along to be part of a crafting group.

28 Jan 2026 - 30 Dec 2026

Digital Together Online Council Services Drop-in Sessions

Come along to a free drop-in session and learn how to use Auckland Council’s online services.