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Community 7 Apr 2022

New drinking fountains at local parks

Drinking water daily is a healthy choice all of us can make, and now it’s become an option everyone can enjoy at five parks in the Puketāpapa Local Board area.

Transport 6 Apr 2022

Papakura road safety concerns go to AT

Help is on the way for pedestrians who say they risk their safety along Settlement Drive in Papakura every time they walk in the area.

Plans / Projects 6 Apr 2022

Manukau Sports Bowl upgrade: Have your say

An upgraded Manukau Sports Bowl with exciting new features is coming your way, and Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board wants your input on what to choose.

Community 6 Apr 2022

Weed amnesty a must for Waiheke

Waiheke is a network of reserves and treasured greenspaces, but the threat from invasive plant species is constant and the community is being called on to help.

Development 5 Apr 2022

Construction of Takapuna’s new town square is underway

On Thursday 20 January, Eke Panuku Development Auckland invited mana whenua to lead a ceremony with partners to commence construction of Waiwharariki Anzac Square, the new town square coming to Takapuna.

Environment 5 Apr 2022

Plan being developed to guide management of coastal hazards at Little Shoal Bay

Your input wanted on plan to guide management of coastal hazards at Wai Manawa / Little Shoal Bay Reserve.

Kids / Family 5 Apr 2022

Mission Bay’s iconic playground to be upgraded

A comprehensive remodel of the playground at Selwyn Reserve on the Mission Bay waterfront is now underway. Auckland Council will create an adventure playground with a wider age group and an increased volume of foot traffic in mind.

Community 5 Apr 2022

Grants encourage older people to keep learning

Manurewa Local Board has grants on offer to enable those 55 and over to keep on learning.

Events

01 Sep 2025 - 31 Aug 2026

The Lightship

In a time marked by cost-of-living pressures and mental health concerns, The Lightship offers an...

02 Sep 2024 - 30 Sep 2027

Climate Action Trail

The Climate Action Trail at Auckland’s Botanic Gardens is the perfect adventure!

20 Apr 2024 - 07 Jun 2026

Taimoana | Coastlines: Art in Aotearoa

Taimoana | Coastlines explores the art of Aotearoa New Zealand, locating it within Te Moana-nui-a...

15 Feb 2026

Adults Terracotta Pot Painting Workshop

Celebrate Pride Month with a hands-on creative session centered on growth, identity, connection a...

15 Feb 2026

Book bathing

Unwind with a unique 25 minute guided meditation featuring NZ books and sounds.

15 Feb 2026

Botanical watercolours for beginners

Ideal for complete beginners in watercolour or those wanting to try a new medium.

15 Feb 2026

Drum Struck

Feel the beat as Aotea Square explodes with global rhythms – from the Caribbean to the Cook Islan...

15 Feb 2026

Eamonn the Bat storytime

Join us for a bat-tastic Storytime with Eamonn the Bat, written by the much-loved UK author Molly...