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Community 3 Mar 2017

Rehabilitation through recycling

A transformative rehabilitation project at Paremoremo Auckland Prison is reducing waste sent to landfill and upskilling inmates for a life outside.

Housing 20 Feb 2017

Developer confirmed for council-owned Hobsonville Point site

Panuku Development Auckland has confirmed Avanda Group as the housing developer for Stage Two of the Airfields precinct at Hobsonville Point.

Sports / Leisure 31 Jan 2017

Explore the northern Waitematā Harbour

Upper Harbour Local Board is encouraging residents to explore their blue backyard this summer.

Heritage 9 Dec 2016

Historic homestead becomes community hub

Millwater residents are impressed with the fully restored Stoney Homestead, which will soon open as the neighbourhood community hub.

Community 7 Dec 2016

Slam dunk for northern basketballers

The new Spark basketball court in Albany's Hooton Reserve is officially open.

Kids / Family 29 Nov 2016

Sherwood Playground a hit with kids

Excited children and their parents joined the Hibiscus and Bays Local Board for a celebration at the upgraded playground at Sherwood Reserve, Browns Bay.

Educational 9 Nov 2016

How Auckland Council works: A very (very) simple guide

A very simple guide to how Auckland Council works.

7 Nov 2016

Local boards sworn in for new term

Auckland Council's 149 local board members have been officially sworn in to office at inauguration ceremonies this month.

Events

29 Jan 2026 - 28 Feb 2026

Giant Mud Kitchen

Squish, and explore the joy of messy play outdoors.

29 Jan 2026 - 17 Dec 2026

Grow your own microgreens workshop for kids

A fun, hands-on microgreens workshop for kids and their caregivers.

29 Jan 2026 - 17 Dec 2026

Wonderful world of tiger worms workshop for kids

A fun, hands-on worm farming workshop for kids and whānau.

22 Jan 2026 - 14 Mar 2026

SpinPoi

Learn to twirl and flow with colourful poi in a fun, beginner-friendly session.

21 Jan 2026 - 17 Apr 2026

Silent Disco

Dance, move, and enjoy music in a unique headphone-powered party.

17 Jan 2026 - 07 Feb 2026

Pop Up Play

Jump into fun, interactive activities popping up around your community.

17 Jan 2026 - 22 Feb 2026

Wild Streets Festival of Play

Celebrate play, creativity, and movement in your local streets.

17 Jan 2026 - 11 Apr 2026

Young Guns Skate School

Learn skating skills and confidence in a fun, youth-focused setting.