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Ōrākei Ward News

Cycling 21 Oct 2015

Construction starts on Glen Innes to Tāmaki Drive cycle path

Construction is starting on one of Auckland’s biggest ever walking and cycling projects, connecting Auckland’s eastern suburbs to the Waitematā Harbour.

Community 9 Oct 2015

Safer streets together

Orākei suburb is a safer place thanks to a newly established community patrol.

Community 29 Sep 2015

We remember, 100 years since Gallipoli

Orākei Local Board has commissioned research to honour servicemen and women from the area who died during the First World War.

Playgrounds 29 Sep 2015

Meet a Mission Bay dragon

The dragon that makes its home near the swings at Mission Bay’s Patteson Avenue Reserve now has a name.

Community 28 Sep 2015

Flex your green fingers

Auckland Council offers free workshops, run by the Compost Collective, that will get you started with composting and teach you how to put the goodness back into your garden.

Ōrākei Ward Events

12 Mar 2025 - 17 Dec 2025

Plunket Japanese Playgroup

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

10 Apr 2025

M9 | Te Ōhanga Māori - A pathway to prosperity

Join us as the kaikōrero platform conversations on Māori prosperity in our economy.

13 Feb 2025 - 20 Dec 2025

Digital Seniors free tech help for older people - St. Heliers Hub

Learn how to do what you'd like to do with your phone, laptop, tablet or other device.

12 Apr 2025

A day at the beach, circus show

Bring your kids and enjoy the fun.

14 Apr 2025 - 24 Apr 2025

Dinosaur Discovery at Auckland Libraries

Explore ancient eggs, and learn about prehistoric giants that once roamed the Earth.

27 Mar 2025 - 29 May 2025

Highwic - Guided tour of the house

Includes information about the Carpenter Gothic architecture, highlights from the art, furnishing...

02 May 2025 - 03 May 2025

Melody, harmony, and fire

Discover the magic of Neapolitan Baroque music.

15 Mar 2025 - 10 May 2025

Waipapa regeneration with Kaipātiki Project

Spread the word and invite your friends to join us on this meaningful journey towards a greener f...