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Educational 10 Aug 2022

A business school for the rebels is calling for applicants

The Rebel Business School will deliver 20 free workshops designed to equip aspiring entrepreneurs with the tools they need to start their own business.

Community 9 Aug 2022

Community Forums continue to connect

Ethnic Communities Forum an local success

Environment news 9 Aug 2022

Waterways Protection Fund extended

Aotea / Great Barrier, Papakura, Franklin and Rodney, are all now part of the Regional Waterways Protection Fund.

Environment 8 Aug 2022

Environmental heroes celebrated in the Love Your Place Awards

Volunteers, businesses and schools working to help preserve the unique environment of the Waitākere Ranges have been recognised in the 2022 Love Your Place Awards.

Community 8 Aug 2022

Local Volunteer Expo

If you have an interest in becoming a volunteer then the Ōrākei Volunteer Expo may be just what you need

Arts 5 Aug 2022

Meditative Art for everyone

Through active guided meditations, discover an alternative perspective of how to express thoughts, feelings, and conflicts

Youth / Rangatahi 3 Aug 2022

Covered court dreams a step closer

Covered courts at the Counties Tennis Centre in Pukekohe will be a boost for club members and the wider community.

2 Aug 2022

Glen Eden Cycleway trial to come to an end

The trial pop-up cycleway on Captain Scott Road in Glen Eden is set to come to an end.

Events

09 Apr 2026 - 03 May 2026

Arthur Miller’s A View from The Bridge

Beneath the family drama, A View from the Bridge sharpens questions of migration, identity, and b...

09 Apr 2026 - 20 May 2026

Love your awa - Stream workshop

Discover the magic of your local waterways at Love Your Awa—a hands‑on, nature‑immersive stream w...

09 Apr 2026 - 17 Dec 2026

Microgreens workshop for kids

A fun, hands-on microgreens workshop for kids and their caregivers.

04 Apr 2026 - 19 Apr 2026

April School Holidays Eco Festival

Join us for a series of exciting events this upcoming school holidays.

26 Mar 2026 - 07 Dec 2028

Relaxation Dancing Class

Join our dance class, do exercise and keep fit to joyful music!

12 Mar 2026 - 10 Dec 2026

Caffeine & Craft

Whether you’re an experienced maker or just starting out, Caffeine & Craft is a friendly space to...

10 Mar 2026 - 18 Apr 2026

April School Holiday - Avondale Library

Keep the kids inspired these school holidays with free creative workshops, crafts, and family-fri...

05 Mar 2026 - 17 Dec 2026

Knitting Group

Pop along and knit for those in need. If you are not a knitter, bring along a pair of needles and...