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Community 10 Nov 2020

Aotea community groups supported by local board grants

A total of $134,897.92 has been allocated to community groups under Aotea / Great Barrier Local Board’s grants programme.

Community 10 Nov 2020

Fairy Clare to perform at Parnell Festival of Roses

Head along to Waitematā Local Board's annual Parnell Festival of Roses this weekend for free family fun.

Beaches 6 Nov 2020

Franklin beachgoers urged to help tackle littering

Beachgoers are being urged to adopt a "take it to the beach, take it home with you" attitude.

Community 5 Nov 2020

Growing interest in community gardens of Albert-Eden

A growing interest in community gardens in Albert-Eden has resulted in an abundance of fruit and vegetables this summer.

Plans / Projects 5 Nov 2020

Waikaraka set for a bumper season

New seating is up at Waikaraka Park Speedway setting the stage for a bumper summer season.

Community 5 Nov 2020

Better play space for kids in Albert-Eden

Plunket rooms in Albert-Eden have been upgraded with new flooring, an upgraded kitchen, insulation in the ceiling and a fresh coat of paint.

Playgrounds 4 Nov 2020

The Whau is the place to be this summer

The Whau is the place to be this summer following the opening of the new Archibald Park Playground and the return of the popular Avondale pump track.

4 Nov 2020

Plans for native bush at Western Springs to proceed following decision on pine stand

A decision made by Waitematā Local Board will see a pine stand removed from Western Springs and the area replanted with native trees.

Events

04 Feb 2026 - 09 Dec 2026

Chess Club - Epsom

Play with others, sharpen your tactics, and boost your game with tips from our awesome chess coach!

06 Aug 2026

Sinners and secrets: Chris Blake and Nalini Singh

Join bestselling authors Nalini Singh and Chris Blake in conversation with award-winning novelist...

06 Aug 2026

The Dead Speak: Inside the World of Forensic Investigation

Join Thomas Coyle MNZM, one of New Zealand's foremost forensic experts, for a fascinating look be...

06 Aug 2026 - 08 Aug 2026

Samesame But Different 2026

We're thrilled to welcome you to Tāmaki Makaurau's LGBTQIA+ readers and writers festival.

06 Aug 2026 - 17 Sep 2026

Teen Artwork

In a fully equipped art studio, students work progressively to develop their own visual language.

23 Jul 2026 - 17 Sep 2026

Crit sessions

Experience a series of public crit sessions presented as part of the exhibition CRIT: Art Learnin...

04 Jun 2026 - 03 Dec 2026

Book Group - Parnell

Come along if you love talking about the books you've read and hearing about new books others hav...

12 Feb 2026 - 26 Nov 2026

Rhymetime - Glen Eden

Rhymetime is a fun, free session including music, songs, movement, stories, games and finger rhymes.