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Markets / Trade 7 Sep 2020

Pukekohe markets on the move

Pukekohe's popular Saturday markets will be trialed in the Town Square in an effort to bring more customers into the town.

Arts 7 Sep 2020

Franklin Arts Festival beats the odds

The Franklin Arts Festival has beaten COVID-19 by adopting an online format alongside a "pop-up" exhibition at Franklin: The Centre.

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.

Events

30 Nov 2024

Paul Ubana Jones

Live acoustic music at it's best.

30 Nov 2024

Spooks & Sparks 2024

Spooks and Sparks 2024 will make a dazzling return to The Trusts Arena this November!

30 Nov 2024 - 01 Dec 2024

Christmas at Buckland Hall

Christmas at Buckland Hall is a truly magical event for all the family. 

01 Dec 2024

Bach Musica NZ: Bach Christmas Oratorio (parts 4-6)

Bach Musica NZ, conducted by their Music Director Rita Paczian, will be joined by vocal soloists...

02 Dec 2024

John Bishop – Back At It

John Bishop is bringing his all new comedy show.

02 Dec 2024

Preserving & Preparing for Waste Free Christmas Celebrations

Come along and get handy tips and creative recipes to reduce food waste over the Christmas period. 

08 Dec 2024

Howick Santa Parade

It's a great free day out for families.

13 Dec 2024

Arabic Rhyme & Storytime

Join our very happy, fun-filled educational programme.