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Community 30 Apr 2025

Reawakening Manu-kau Noa Iho / Hayman Park

From April to December 2025, parts of Hayman Park in Manukau will be temporarily closed for work to further enhance its green spaces and revive the wetlands..

Elections 30 Apr 2025

All the reasons to stand in Auckland’s elections

Information sessions are being held weekly in May across 24 libraries in Tāmaki Makaurau.

Community 30 Apr 2025

Help shape your future hangout spots

The Howick Local Board is planning two new neighbourhood reserves at 148 Thomas Road and 41 Tir Conaill Avenue – just a 10-minute walk apart. What should your next go-to spot look like?

Arts 29 Apr 2025

NZ Music Month takes to the streets

Music and the arts continue to be a beacon of light in the regeneration of Auckland’s midtown, and that leading role is ever-present this NZ Music Month across the city centre.

Community 29 Apr 2025

Local Board leads the way with fresh Pacific perspective 

The first Pan-Pacific Strategy for Manurewa is being created to strengthen Pacific voices in local politics and decision-making.

Community 29 Apr 2025

Raising up Whau’s youth

A group of young leaders in Whau is making a big impact.

Community 28 Apr 2025

Māngere East Culture Festival brings the fun, flavour, and spirit

The streets of Massey in Māngere East came alive with vibrant colours, joyful singing, beautiful performances, a showcase of rangatahi (youth) entrepreneurial brilliance, and a wave of community aroha at the Māngere East Cultural Festival.

Local Events

06 Jul 2025 - 12 Jul 2025

Omana Regional Park - Planting Day

Join Rangers and volunteers for a fun exciting day out on our regional parks.

10 Jul 2025

Nightscapes

Auckland Philharmonia principal musicians take centre stage for Mozart’s amiable concerto for a g...

11 Jul 2025 - 01 Aug 2025

Sewn up - Upcycling sewing classes

This Advance Level course is for those confident in sewing.

15 Jul 2025 - 09 Aug 2025

William Shakespeare's Romeo & Juliet

With an original cinematic score by composer Robin Kelly, and Missoni and Pucci-inspired fashion...

19 Jul 2025

Beyond the Stars

Join Auckland’s orchestra for our popular Community Classics concerts across Tāmaki Makaurau!

31 Jul 2025

Painting event: Mystic woods

Everything is provided for you to enjoy your evening and leave with a gorgeous acrylic painting y...

31 Jul 2025

Spanish Rhythms

Your Spanish adventure starts here!

07 Aug 2025

Daphnis et Chloé

Auckland Philharmonia celebrates Maurice Ravel’s 150th birthday with one of the most glorious enc...