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Community 30 Sep 2021

Older Chinese adults supported to thrive in Waitematā communities

Waitematā Local Board has given $4500 in grant funding to a community-led organisation that provides a range of support for older Chinese adults.

Transport 30 Sep 2021

More people using Hobsonville Ferry during the week

Auckland Transport figures show that more Hobsonville residents are catching the ferry mid-week, with patronage growing by 30 per cent from the previous year.

Youth / Rangatahi 29 Sep 2021

Ethnic communities praised for COVID-19 role

Papakura Local Board urges those unvaccinated to get on the Shot Cuz bus.

Community 29 Sep 2021

COVID-19 jab comes with pie and kai in Papakura

Companies are rallying to help with the drive to lift vaccination rates in southern Auckland.

Updated 29 September 2021
Plans / Projects 29 Sep 2021

Explainer: Kennedy Point marina consent

The consent process for the construction of a marina at Kennedy Point explained.

27 Sep 2021

Boost for waka ama club in Te Atatū

Plans for a permanent waka ama facility in Te Atatū have taken a step closer following the news that approximately 200m2 of council land next to Te Atatu Boat Club is set to be reclassified to allow for more storage space for waka.

24 Sep 2021

Avondale Streetscape Project Phase two agreed thanks to $1millon board funding

The next stage in improving the Avondale Streetscape has been given the green light, with Whau Local Board to fund $1million to complete the project.

24 Sep 2021

Online hub provides crucial information for West Auckland

West Aucklanders are being urged to make the most of a digital hub providing key sources of important information during lockdown.

Events

13 Jun 2026

Snow in the Park 2026

Winter fun and entertainment for all ages – don’t miss the west’s most popular winter event!

13 Jun 2026

Te Tiriti o Waitangi Workshop

A lively, interactive workshop for ethnic communities and families.

13 Jun 2026

Textured earring and pendant workshop

Explore and learn how to design, cut, texture, polish, and patina a piece of copper.

13 Jun 2026

Waimoko Glen Stream Care Session

Come and help save the Waimoko and Waiwhauwhaupaku (Swanson) Streams from rubbish and invasive we...

23 May 2026 - 27 Jun 2026

Contemporary Chinese Art

Discover how contemporary Chinese artists respond to history, politics, identity and everyday lif...

23 May 2026 - 05 Dec 2026

Manahua - A Weavers’ Collective

Join the group as they share their journey and weaving practice.

18 Apr 2026 - 12 Dec 2026

FAM: Food. Art. Market

Expect a colourful mix of stalls, delicious bites and plenty of reasons to wander the road.

07 Mar 2026 - 14 Jun 2026

Weed Bin Weekends

Get rid of weeds at your local community weed bin provided by EcoMatters.