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Building better for Ōrākei parks and leisure
Ōrākei Local Board is investing in parks, playgrounds and wildlife habitats that make local life even better.
New sports fields for Ōrākei
Capacity for community football and cricket is set to grow in Auckland, thanks to an allocation of $2.5 million from Auckland Council’s Fix and Finish fund to the Ōrākei Local Board.
No voting papers? No problem!
It’s time to vote in Auckland’s local elections, which means you should have received your voting pack in the letterbox by now.
Compliance wardens boost community safety in Ōrākei
Two council compliance wardens have been assigned specifically to the Ōrākei Local Board area thanks to its funding.
200+ reasons to vote in Auckland local elections
Local elections season is well underway with nearly 25,000 votes already returned.
Local elections: Can Auckland count on you?
Voting papers are being sent to enrolled voters between September 9 -22 so they can choose Auckland’s champions.
Who represents you?
The best news about these elections so far is that Aucklanders have more to choose from, with a record number of candidates nominated since 2013.
Who ticks your boxes in Auckland local elections?
Voting in the local elections opens on Tuesday 9 September and Aucklanders are invited to check out the candidate catalogue to learn about candidates.
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Library Living Room - Knitting
Every first and third Thursdays of the month our Library Living Room group meets for a couple of...
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.
Nurture in Nature
Relax, explore, and connect with nature in a calm, guided session.
Fun sports for little kids
A fun introduction to Ball Skills for 2-4 year olds.
Gravity Play
Leap, climb, and explore movement in this fun, physics-inspired play session.
Loose Parts Play
Build, create, and explore using open-ended play materials
Giant Stand-up Paddleboarding
Glide across the water and enjoy a guided paddleboarding adventure.
Kayaking
Paddle, explore, and enjoy Auckland’s waterways in guided sessions.