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Development 25 Mar 2021

Ormiston Town Centre is open for business

The major retail destination is part of a 19-hectare development in south-east Auckland, an area with a rapidly growing population.

19 Mar 2021

Last call for input on Recovery Budget

With only three days remaining in the Auckland Council Recovery Budget Consultation timeframe, Maungakiekie-Tāmaki Ward Councillor and Local Board Chair are encouraging their community to get online and have a say.

19 Mar 2021

Still time to have your say on the Recovery Budget

Aucklanders are being reminded that it is not too late to have a say in the Auckland Council Recovery Budget, with five days remaining until feedback is closed on 22 March 2021.

18 Mar 2021

Takapuna holiday park upgrade a step closer

The next step towards a modern, fit-for-purpose campground at the Takapuna Beach Holiday Park has been realised, with Devonport-Takapuna Local Board giving landowner approval for works to prepare and develop the site.

Have your say 17 Mar 2021

Final days for feedback on 10-year Budget

Albany Ward Councillor John Watson is urging residents and ratepayers to have their say in the final week of consultation on Auckland Council’s 10-year Budget.

17 Mar 2021

Time running out to have your say in Whau

The clock is ticking and Whau residents should have their say on the 10-year Budget before it is too late, says Whau ward councillor Tracy Mulholland.

17 Mar 2021

10-year Budget views sought

Consultation on the 10-year Budget closes on 22 March and the south's elected members are urging residents to speak up.

Youth / Rangatahi 16 Mar 2021

Town sees Faces of Change

A new art installation in Papakura features images of the town's young people.

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01 Feb 2026 - 20 Dec 2029

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22 Jan 2026 - 17 Dec 2026

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16 Jan 2026 - 29 Feb 2028

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15 Jan 2026 - 03 Dec 2026

Knitting Group - Remuera Library

Come along and meet fellow knitters and enjoy a cup of coffee while you knit and talk.

15 Jan 2026 - 17 Dec 2026

Crochet Club

Make friends, chat, and work on your project while enjoying free tea or coffee.

08 Jan 2026 - 17 Dec 2026

Knitting Circle

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09 Oct 2025 - 30 Jun 2026

Free tech help for older people - Ōrewa

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19 Jun 2025 - 30 Jun 2026

Low sensory hour

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