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Ōrākei Ward

Ōrākei Ward News

Cycling 3 Feb 2017

Glen Innes – Tāmaki Drive shared path opens

The first stage of the $46 million Glen Innes to Tāmaki Drive shared path opened late last year.

Transport 31 Jan 2017

Tāmaki Drive improvements get the go-ahead

An independent hearings panel has given the go-ahead for safety improvements at one of Auckland's most dangerous intersections.

Food / Drink 20 Dec 2016

Mission Bay’s wider footpaths good news for summer dining

Work on upgrading the footpath of one of Auckland’s busiest al fresco dining areas has been completed in time for the busy season.

Walkways 9 Dec 2016

Stage one of scenic walking and cycling route opens

Mayor Phil Goff and Transport Minister Simon Bridges have opened stage one of the Glen Innes to Tamaki Drive Shared Path.

Educational 9 Nov 2016

How Auckland Council works: A very (very) simple guide

A very simple guide to how Auckland Council works.

7 Nov 2016

Local boards sworn in for new term

Auckland Council's 149 local board members have been officially sworn in to office at inauguration ceremonies this month.

3 Nov 2016

Waitematā Local Board judicial recount result

Vernon Tava confirmed as Waitematā Local board member.

Arts 25 Oct 2016

Children's artwork lines Hobson Bay walkway

Artworks by local children now adorn the picturesque Hobson Bay walkway, giving the area an inviting splash of colour.

Ōrākei Ward Events

04 Apr 2025

Multilingual storytime

A special Multilingual storytime for tamariki and their whānau.

07 Mar 2025 - 12 Dec 2025

Creative Kids Club

Join our Creative Kids Club and have fun doing crafts, drama and book-inspired activities!

14 Dec 2024 - 27 Apr 2025

Bloodsuckers: Legends to Leeches

Discover facts about your own blood, and how it sustains life not just for you - but also for the...

05 Apr 2025

French market

Whether you're a Francophile, a food lover, or just seeking a delightful weekend outing, our mark...

06 Apr 2025 - 28 Apr 2025

Composting workshops

Come and discover how easy it is to turn your waste into fertiliser!!

23 Mar 2025 - 21 Dec 2025

Crochet Group

Join us for a fun afternoon of crochet, where you can work on your own project and make friends w...

17 Mar 2025 - 15 Dec 2025

Plunket Meadowbank Playgroup

Join us on Monday mornings for some fun, friendship, support, and child-led play.

11 Mar 2025 - 16 Dec 2025

Plunket Russian Playgroup

Come along and connect with other Russian speaking families with children 0 to 5.