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Cultural 23 May 2025

Whānau voices shape Pukekohe Memorial  

Families of those who are buried in unmarked graves at Pukekohe Cemetery hope for the planned memorial to be a place of reflection, healing and unity for everyone.   

14-24 year olds 22 May 2025

Winter planting brings together the Upper Harbour community

Volunteers across Upper Harbour are gearing up to plant over 8,000 native trees and shrubs in 14 parks this winter.

Community 22 May 2025

Nature’s getting a helping hand in Howick — and it’s starting to show

Howick’s green spaces are growing stronger thanks to ecological efforts funded by the Howick Local Board — and the community is part of the story.

Community 21 May 2025

Work set to start on new life for Titirangi War Memorial Hall and Library

A major refurbishment is set to begin on the Titirangi War Memorial Hall and Library.

Community 20 May 2025

Push play and go: Kaipātiki adopts 2025 Play Plan

The Kaipātiki Local Board have played a key role in progressing the magic of play by adopting the 2025 Play Plan. 

Community 20 May 2025

Dumping = fines. Anti-social behaviour? not here!

Illegal dumping and anti-social behaviour have no place in our neighbourhoods—that’s the clear message being delivered by local residents and community partners working together to create safer, cleaner spaces in Māngere.

Environment 20 May 2025

Bold Ngahere plan gets green thumbs up in Devonport-Takapuna

Devonport-Takapuna is gearing up for a decade dedicated to growing more trees after the local board agreed to produce a 10-year plan to boost green spaces in the area.

Community 20 May 2025

Using our voice for important issues

When the Ōrākei Local Board is not the decision-maker about local issues, it advocates to get the best for the local community.

Local Events

27 Jun 2025

Mānawatia a Matariki

Through waiata, haka and storytelling, tamariki express the importance of caring for Papatūānuku...

27 Jun 2025

Māoriland Film Festival Screening at Lake House Arts

This event reflects the themes of Matariki whakapapa, remembrance and renewal through the lens of...

27 Jun 2025

Matariki Celebrations at Wesley

Matariki Celebrations at Wesley is a free community event, open to everyone.

27 Jun 2025

Matariki Rhymetime at Blockhouse Bay Library

Dance, sing, and laugh with your exuberant toddler at our special Matariki Rhymetime.

27 Jun 2025

Stars and Stories

Lantern lights & story time!

27 Jun 2025

Wā Kōrero o Pāke: Storytime for Adults

This is a time and space for Māori storytellers to read or share kōrero connected to the wai.

23 May 2025 - 28 Nov 2025

Wellsford Writing Group

Come along to Wellsford Writing Group to connect with local writers, share ideas, and work toward...

28 Jun 2025

Aerovista Place Reserve Matariki Planting

Join us in planting rakau alongside this special awa.