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Community 22 Jul 2025

Read all about it, Flatbush

Recognising the need for a dedicated space where the community can learn, connect, and grow, the local board has worked hard to make this project possible.

Community 21 Jul 2025

Welcoming Communities Accreditation for Ōtara-Papatoetoe

The Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board is now accredited as a Committed - Welcoming Community by Immigration New Zealand, for their work to support newcomers and to build more inclusive communities.

Community 21 Jul 2025

Connection complete: new Te Kōpua o Hiku bridge opens in Panmure

The Panmure Basin is connected again, with the new bridge – Te Kōpua o Hiku – signed, sealed and delivered.  

Civil Defence / Emergency Management 18 Jul 2025

Ongoing improvements to emergency readiness in Waitematā

Find out what's happening to help prepare your community for future emergencies.

Community 18 Jul 2025

Kaipātiki board makes landmark investment to protect environment

Kaipātiki residents can rest assured their environment is a top priority following the local board’s landmark allocation of $1,065,900 towards to its environmental initiatives for the 25/26 financial year.

Community 18 Jul 2025

Parks for everyone: Rodney report puts accessibility in focus

Accessibility assessments of four Rodney parks highlights the need to make play spaces more inclusive for children and caregivers of all abilities.

Arts 18 Jul 2025

Local creativity on display at Upper Harbour Open Art Studios

Open Art Studios made its debut in Upper Harbour, featuring 16 artists across seven studios and drawing strong community interest.

Community 18 Jul 2025

Putting the brakes on speed: Manurewa board invests in safety

Randwick Park is set to become safer for locals with a major investment of nearly $1.2 million going into traffic-calming measures.

Events

16 Dec 2025

Tea & Topics - Beat the heart attack before it starts

Learn how to reduce the risk at any age.

16 Dec 2025 - 18 Dec 2025

Raumati Reads Puzzle Day

Try some of our puzzles, brain teasers and jigsaws or create your own and challenge your friends.

16 Dec 2025 - 23 Dec 2025

Puppet Show, Little Grey Rabbit's Christmas

Puppet theatre brings classic tale to life with festive wonder and joy.

16 Dec 2025 - 17 Jan 2026

Kemu Maori

Learn traditional Māori games and connect with cultural stories and activities.

16 Dec 2025 - 23 Jan 2026

Avondale Library Summer School Holidays

Unleash your imagination this summer with festive makes, quests, art, science and more.

16 Dec 2025 - 14 Mar 2026

Pickleball give it a go

Learn the basics and enjoy this fast-growing racquet sport.

16 Dec 2025 - 07 Apr 2026

Zumba

Dance, sweat, and have a blast in a high-energy fitness class.

15 Dec 2025 - 17 Dec 2025

Ghostfield by Foster Group Dance

Ghostfield is a striking hybrid live-digital dance work where choreography, 3D projection and sou...