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Community 18 Jun 2025

Climate ready: Ōpaheke Park opens in Papakura

Papakura locals have a new passive park to enjoy thanks to Papakura Local Board, and it’s not just a greenspace for walking the dog or riding your bike.

Playgrounds 18 Jun 2025

Smarter investment in play: Why Manurewa need more data first  

Manurewa Local Board has adopted a new Play Plan to help bring more fun and connection into the neighbourhood.

Elections 18 Jun 2025

Where are all the candidates?

Nominations for Auckland’s local elections open on Friday 4 July, and with elections looming on the horizon in October, so far only a few candidates have publicly announced they’re standing.

Community 18 Jun 2025

Hobsonville’s new park – Te Kori Scott Point opens to the public

The opening of Te Kori Scott Point is a landmark moment for the Hobsonville community.

Community 18 Jun 2025

Local board agreement a $35m win for Rodney communities

Rodney Local Board will invest in community programmes, creative arts, youth initiatives, and environmental projects.

Community 17 Jun 2025

Witness the fitness: changes to Puketāpapa’s leisure centres 

New timetables, classes, as well as reduced prices for some programmes are some of the improvements for Puketāpapa’s Cameron Pools and Leisure Centre and Lynfield Youth and Leisure Centre under new management.  

Community 17 Jun 2025

Tennis Club grateful for Local Board in rebuilding efforts

A clear example of the Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board advocacy in action - delivering meaningful support the community can count on.

Development 16 Jun 2025

Help choose the next stage of the Beach Haven coastal connections project

Two proposed options are on the table for the next stage of the Beach Haven coastal connections project, and public feedback is being sought to help shape the future of this much-loved route.

Events

22 Jul 2025

Photo Book Snapfish

In this class, you'll learn how to back up your treasured memories and create a personalized phot...

22 Jul 2025 - 09 Sep 2025

Evening clay classes

This evening course is suitable for beginners and can be tailored to suit those who have some exp...

22 Jul 2025 - 09 Sep 2025

Senior Yoga

It is a traditional style class that includes postures, breathing and relaxation.

24 Jun 2025 - 25 Nov 2025

Book Club

Come and have coffee with us while we talk and listen, and enjoy the opportunity to make new frie...

28 Jan 2025 - 25 Nov 2025

Onehunga Shared Reading Group

Join us to enjoy a short story & poem read aloud with a cup of tea.

24 Jul 2025 - 27 Jul 2025

Takapuna Winter Lights

Pop in for a bite to eat & drink at your favourite restaurants and bars, and let your senses guid...

24 Jul 2025 - 28 Jul 2025

Siblings

Siblings is a multi-layered theatre piece directed by Pelenakeke Brown and Associate Director Bar...

25 Jul 2025

Illusionist Anthony Street

Join us for a journey of wonder, illusion, and heart-stopping spectacle!