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Hauraki Gulf 10 Dec 2021

Work underway to control non-native seaweed found on Aotea Great Barrier Island

An invasive seaweed that spreads rapidly has been discovered in waters surrounding Aotea Great Barrier Island.

Sports / Leisure 9 Dec 2021

West Wave pool to close for essential works from 13-17 December

Critical electrical work required to keep the West Wave Aquatic centre operational will mean that part of the West wave complex will be closed for five days from 13-17 December.

Transport 9 Dec 2021

$800,000 for transport projects in Whau

Whau Local Board has allocated almost $800,000 to three transport projects in Whau.

Arts 9 Dec 2021

Support for Papakura groups

More than $28,000 in grants have been made to community, sports and arts groups in the Papakura Local Board area.

Youth / Rangatahi 9 Dec 2021

Franklin announces partnership funding

Franklin Local Board has announced strategic partnership funding for groups across the area.

Community 8 Dec 2021

Papakura thanked for COVID-19 response

Community groups in the area have been recognised by Papakura Local Board their ongoing efforts during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Environment 8 Dec 2021

Plan early for waterway protection grants

Franklin farmers, lifestyle block owners, and community and environmental groups are being urged to apply for Waterways Protection Fund grants.

8 Dec 2021

Almost $3 million for transport projects in Henderson-Massey

Henderson-Massey Local Board has agreed to fund five transport projects in the area, allocating $2.8 million to improve safety, walking and cycling connections and footpath upgrades.

Events

17 Feb 2026

Rongoā Workshops

Glen Innes Library is excited to host a Rongoā workshop with Emma Haslam.

17 Feb 2026 - 26 Feb 2026

Inclusive Storytime

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

17 Feb 2026 - 31 Mar 2026

Reading to Mango

Spend some quality time with our furry friend Mango as you read your favorite books to him.

17 Feb 2026 - 21 Apr 2026

Stream Care Day

Join us in caring for our precious waterways through hands-on ecological action.

10 Feb 2026 - 31 Mar 2026

Rhymetime - Onehunga

Join us for Rhymetime, where songs, movement, and finger rhymes bring fun and learning to life.

10 Feb 2026 - 31 Mar 2026

Stories and Rhymes

Come and join as we sing, dance and rhyme together with preschool children and their caregivers!

10 Feb 2026 - 07 Apr 2026

Wāhi Kōrero

All are welcome to join, to develop and learn te reo Māori.

10 Feb 2026 - 03 Jul 2026

Kori me te ruri | Wriggle and Rhyme

Wriggle and Rhyme sessions foster early literacy skills, promoting active movement and brain deve...