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Kauri dieback 7 Sep 2020

Popular track reopens at Eaves Bush

A section of Alice Eaves Scenic Reserve, known locally as Eaves Bush, has reopened with a new hygiene station to help in the battle against kauri dieback disease.

Parks / Outdoors 7 Sep 2020

Water quality prioritised in plan for Western Springs Lakeside Te Wai Ōrea Park

Improvements to water quality is a key focus area of a comprehensive new plan for Western Springs Lakeside Te Wai Ōrea Park.

Transport 2 Sep 2020

Improved Murphys Road now open to traffic

Murphys Road in Flat Bush has now reopened as a four-lane road following improvements.

14-24 year olds 2 Sep 2020

Community gardens provide skills, food and savings in south Auckland

Growing your own vegetables has never been easier for would-be south Auckland gardeners.

Civil Defence / Emergency Management 2 Sep 2020

Two new tsunami sirens to be installed in Orewa

The installation of two new voice instruction tsunami sirens in Orewa begins today, 2 September 2020.

Cultural 1 Sep 2020

New boardwalk the next step in preservation of Maungawhau

One of the most iconic and culturally important landmarks in Tāmaki Makaurau has a new feature, and it’s a game-changer in more ways than one.

Environment 1 Sep 2020

Cleaning up Milford’s estuary and beach

Devonport-Takapuna Local Board has committed funding to support a cleaner and healthier Wairau Estuary and beach in Milford.

Community 31 Aug 2020

Grants keep school pools open around Franklin

School pools in smaller areas around Franklin will be able to open to the public over summer thanks to local board grants.

Events

28 Sep 2024 - 13 Oct 2024

VSA volunteers create trusted partnerships within the Pacific region

Come and enjoy a trip down memory lane.

28 Sep 2024 - 13 Oct 2024

Waitematā Legacy 136 years of Calliope Dry Dock

Discover the fascinating history of the Devonport dry dock as it celebrates its 136th anniversary!

28 Sep 2024 - 13 Oct 2024

William C Daldy Heritage Steam Tug Open Days

Visit Auckland's iconic heritage steam tug!

24 Feb 2024 - 23 Nov 2024

Chinese Shared Reading

Come along to connect with other participants and share your thoughts over a cup of coffee/tea in...

29 Sep 2024

Auckland's Founding 1840: A Neglected Story

Learn how dependent were the earliest Aucklanders on Māori goodwill.

29 Sep 2024

Chris Priestley and The Unsung Heroes

Join Chris Priestley & The Unsung Heroes for tales of shipwrecks, pirates, and gold rushes in Aot...

29 Sep 2024

Early Auckland Dance Music When Orchestras Ruled

In addition to music from 'greats' such as Joplin and Gershwin, the programme includes long forgo...

29 Sep 2024

Exploring Sacred Spaces: The Dawoodi Bohra Vajihi Markaz

Explore Vajihi Markaz with a guided tour and learn about the Dawoodi Bohra community. All welcome!