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Environment 24 Nov 2020

Awakeri Wetlands Stage One opens

Mayor Goff said that the significant investment in the wetlands would prevent flooding and enable the development of new residential homes for around 15,000 people.

Plans / Projects 24 Nov 2020

Renowned architectural groups to design Avondale community facility and town square

Two celebrated New Zealand architecture and design studios, Athfield Architects and Isthmus Group, have been appointed to design the new community facility and upgraded town square for Avondale.

Development 24 Nov 2020

Transformation takes shape in Ōtāhuhu town centre

Ōtāhuhu residents are now enjoying a safer and greener town centre as the revitalisation of the town centre nears completion.

Sports / Leisure 24 Nov 2020

Better parks and sporting facilities delivered in Albert-Eden

It’s easy to see why Albert-Eden’s local parks and sporting fields are a big draw with people over the summer.

Libraries 24 Nov 2020

Papakura Library lifts to get revamp

Papakura's Sir Edmund Hillary Library is having its lifts to the carpark revamped, which will mean visitors will need to use the stairs or the other ground floor lift.

Community 24 Nov 2020

Local boards take joint approach to benefit Aucklanders

Franklin and Howick are among Auckland local boards seeking to find common ground so they can work together to benefit residents.

Youth / Rangatahi 23 Nov 2020

Boards unite for Tuia journey

Franklin, Papakura and Manurewa local boards are all offering rangatahi places on a local government mentoring programme in 2021.

Cultural 20 Nov 2020

Finding a name for re-imagined cultural festival

Ten-day festival coming to Tāmaki Makaurau with Auckland International Cultural Festival at its heart, and we want you to help us name it.

Events

03 Feb 2026 - 24 Feb 2026

W_acking for all

Learn the roots of Punking, move with joy, and celebrate Pride in a fun, safe, and inclusive spac...

03 Feb 2026 - 01 Mar 2026

Hibiscus and Bays Art Studio Trail 2026

Come down to Estuary Arts to view the range of artists on the trail and plan your trip.

03 Feb 2026 - 01 Mar 2026

The annual student and tutor showcase

View a range of media from oils, acrylics and watercolour to drawing, ceramics, sculpture and mix...

03 Feb 2026 - 01 Mar 2026

Voices of hope - Behind the smile

This audiovisual exhibition showcases the diversity of the human experience, and explores the dep...

03 Feb 2026 - 10 Mar 2026

Behind the wheel

Take time out of your week to give pottery a spin, learn a new craft, and create something with y...

03 Feb 2026 - 10 Mar 2026

Future Potters Club

Ignite your child’s creativity and let them discover the wonders of clay with Future Potters Club!

03 Feb 2026 - 15 Dec 2026

BrainCharge for adults

Give your brain a weekly workout at Kumeu Library's BrainCharge sessions.

03 Feb 2026 - 15 Dec 2026

Low-sensory hours

Every Tuesday morning 10am–12pm, our current exhibition is set to a low-sensory experience, with...