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Community 28 Jan 2026

5 top things to do in Upper Harbour

Discover Upper Harbour with adventures, festivals, outdoor movie, swimming and free fun — all supported by the Upper Harbour Local Board.

Community 27 Jan 2026

Waiheke board supports community and environmental projects in latest grant round

The Waiheke Local Board has allocated funding to a range of local and environmental projects through its Local and Environmental Grant Round, supporting initiatives that benefit the island’s community and environment.

Community 23 Jan 2026

Howick Library temporary closure and pop-up service

Howick Library and the adjacent Fencible Lounge will close for a major renewal from February, with temporary services in place to keep the community connected while improvements are made.

Community 22 Jan 2026

Making moves with Local Grants

The Māngere-Ōtāhuhu Local Board is inviting community groups, organisations, and individuals to apply for the Board’s Local Grant round two, open from 12 January to 20 February 2026, for projects starting after 1 May 2026.

Kids / Family 22 Jan 2026

5 top things to do in Rodney

Explore Rodney’s free events, youth programmes, arts, parks, and beaches — all supported by Rodney Local Board for affordable summer fun.

Community 22 Jan 2026

5 top things to do in Hibiscus and Bays

Enjoy affordable summer fun in Hibiscus and Bays with beach days, outdoor adventures, creative workshops and festivals; all backed by the Hibiscus and Bays Local Board.

21 Jan 2026

Your free summer fun starts here in Waitākere Ranges

Summer is officially calling, and it's time to get your fun sorted! Thanks to support and funding from Waitākere Ranges Local Board, a fantastic line-up of free activities and community events is ready for you and your whānau!

Community 20 Jan 2026

Free summer swimming makes a splash in Whau

Whau locals are being invited to cool off for free this summer, thanks to a community swimming initiative delivered in partnership with local schools and Whau Local Board.

Events

21 Mar 2026 - 19 Apr 2026

Albert-Eden & Puketāpapa Eco Festival 2026

Meet your neighbours and discuss what local solutions to climate change we can take together, for...

25 Mar 2026

Native Watercress: Rediscovering Our Taonga Species

Join us for an insightful talk that explores the fascinating world of native watercress, includin...

25 Mar 2026 - 15 Apr 2026

Walkie Talkie

We will explore heritage sites at a relaxed pace.

26 Mar 2026

Native Planting Workshop

Join us for a whānau friendly native planting workshop and kōrero with Alanah from EcoMatters.

28 Mar 2026

Author Talk - Laura Vincent

We invite you to a morning chatting with Laura Vincent about “Hoods Landing”, her debut work of f...

28 Mar 2026

Illuminate Market 2026

Bring your whānau and friends along to this joyful community event featuring market stalls, delic...

28 Mar 2026

Kids Arts Festival 2026: Te Ngahere

Get ready for a creative adventure deep within Te Ngahere at Corban Estate Arts Centre’s Kids Art...

30 Mar 2026 - 11 Apr 2026

The Ice Cream is Melting!

Sprinkled with aerial acrobatics, contortion, ice cream juggling and more, the siblings work thei...