
Ōrākei Ward
Ōrākei Ward News

Update on Meadowbank Community Centre
The project to create a new-look community centre for Meadowbank is on pause after rising construction costs led the development partner to pull out of the project.

Speak out about the future of our beaches
Ōrākei residents are being asked to give feedback about plans to manage risk from coastal hazards and climate change.

Scouting out grant funding
Ōrākei Sea Scouts welcomes 100 boys and girls to its base on the edge of Ōrākei Basin every week to take part in sailing and rowing in the summer, and land-based skills in the colder months.

Ōrākei celebrates success
From saving open spaces to funding meaningful events, Ōrākei Local Board looks back at a few of the things it has accomplished so far this electoral term.

Doubling down on the environment in Ōrākei
Both the Moth Plant Prizegiving and the Enviro Forum took place in May, educating and celebrating local environmentalists .

Much-loved Remuera Library undergoing restoration
The library's services will be relocated during the works.

Local year 12 student to speak at Anzac service
Will Dickson from Glendowie College will be delivering a speech at St Heliers Anzac service on 25 April.

10 things to look forward to at Splash Landing
See what you and the whānau can get up to at Ōrākei's new festival!
Ōrākei Ward Events

Plunket Russian Playgroup
Come along and connect with other Russian speaking families with children 0 to 5.

Bloodsuckers: Legends to Leeches
Discover facts about your own blood, and how it sustains life not just for you - but also for the...

Plunket Japanese Playgroup
Come along and connect with other Japanese speaking families with your children 0 to 5.

Book chat: Parnell Library
Come along for an in-depth discussion about how culture shapes our art.

Digital Seniors free tech help for older people - St. Heliers Hub
Learn how to do what you'd like to do with your phone, laptop, tablet or other device.


Creative Kids Club
Join our Creative Kids Club and have fun doing crafts, drama and book-inspired activities!

French market
Whether you're a Francophile, a food lover, or just seeking a delightful weekend outing, our mark...