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Community 1 Jun 2016

Ōrākei awards recognise the good sorts

The Ōrākei Local Board is seeking nominations for its Community Volunteer Recognition Awards 2016.

Educational 27 Apr 2016

Interns making a big difference

What's it like interning at Auckland Council? We spoke with Licensing and Compliance intern Nicola Clark.

Community 26 Apr 2016

Board seeks greater say in resource consents

Ōrākei Local Board wants to have more input into whether resource consent applications are notified.

Community 5 Apr 2016

Opinion: Time to explore different housing models

Kate Healy, Chief Operating Officer at Ngati Whatua Orakei Whai Rawa Limited, shares her thoughts on Auckland's housing challenges.

Environment 31 Mar 2016

Waste-free warrior coming to town

Auckland families will soon have the chance to get tips from a waste-free parenting warrior, with workshops happening in locations around the region.

Community 16 Dec 2015

Remuera drivers to see red

Red light runners are being targeted with a new warning system.

Community 24 Nov 2015

Ōrākei Community Patrol celebrates milestone

The Ōrākei Community Patrol has celebrated an important milestone in its goal to provide greater safety for the Ōrākei suburb.

Heritage 3 Nov 2015

Biddick’s Bay history revealed

A family’s historic connection with a bay in the Orākei Local Board area has been officially recognised.

Events

22 Jan 2026 - 10 Dec 2026

Scrabble Club

Come along, meet others and play a good game!

28 Mar 2026

Create Your Own Calligraphy Bookmark

Watch a live demonstration or try the calligraphy brushes yourself.

28 Mar 2026

French Market at Highwic House

Step into the charm of a traditional French market and enjoy an unforgettable experience, with au...

29 Mar 2026

Chinese Traditional Tie-Dyeing

Explore the rich history of this craft while creating your own artwork.

30 Mar 2026

Watercolour Moments

A fun and creative workshop for children, connecting them with multiple cultures through hands-on...

30 Mar 2026 - 11 Apr 2026

The Ice Cream is Melting!

Sprinkled with aerial acrobatics, contortion, ice cream juggling and more, the siblings work thei...

04 Apr 2026 - 19 Apr 2026

Easter Egg Hunt this School Holidays at Highwic and Alberton

The Easter Bunny has been busy at the Heritage New Zealand properties Highwic and Alberton, plann...

07 Apr 2026 - 17 Apr 2026

April School Holiday Programme

Visit us to participate in a collection of school holiday activities for the whole whānau.