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Environment 15 Mar 2021

Locals grow a food forest in Puketāpapa

Waikowhai locals have formed a new EcoNeighbourhood group and are working towards starting a food forest in the area.

Community 15 Mar 2021

Movies in Parks a hit with Puketāpapa locals

Recent screening of Frozen 2 at Monte Cecilia park a resounding success with close to 2000 people attending.

Cultural 15 Mar 2021

Local talent to take centre stage at CultureFest

Members of the KFM 106.9, Auckland Council and Youth Arts NZ internship programme are taking a pivotal role in producing CultureFest on 28 March.

15 Mar 2021

Local actions contribute to big picture climate change impacts

Albert-Eden Local Board is committed to considering climate change in its decision making and projects.

15 Mar 2021

Local planting activity in Puketāpapa a step towards regional climate action

Local communities are passionate about the environment and conserving the area’s natural heritage.

8 Mar 2021

Tohu at Freeland Reserve represents Mana Whenua-Te Auaunga relationship

A tohu designed, under guidance from mana whenua, for local boards connected with Te Auaunga (Oakley Creek), is set to be used by Kāinga Ora at Freeland Reserve.

4 Mar 2021

Hard decisions required for Auckland’s Parks

Have your say on Auckland's 10-year Budget before 12pm on 22 March 2021.

1 Mar 2021

Global recognition for Dominion Road nightlife

The Dominion Road precinct the first destination in the Southern hemisphere to achieve Purple Flag status.

Events

12 Jul 2026

Puketāpapa Manu Aute Kite Day

Enjoy games, workshops and activities and bring your own kite to fly or watch some of the large-s...

13 Jul 2026

Harakeke at Epsom Library

Learn to weave harakeke here at Epsom Library!

13 Jul 2026 - 17 Jul 2026

Ngā Pātaki mā Matariki

Kōrero about Matariki in our kaupapa Māori space with our Māori research specialists.

14 Jul 2026

Kids' star craft

Kids will learn simple weaving techniques using bright multi-colour yarn to create a beautiful st...

15 Jul 2026

Mānawatia a Matariki

Come along for storytelling from different cultures, performances, workshops and kai.

19 Jul 2026

LIVE Day: Weather Science

Uncover the stories of the weather-related stars in the Matariki cluster, Waipunarangi and Ururangi.

01 Aug 2026 - 01 Nov 2026

Gently Loved Markets - Curvy

Grab your favourite fabric bag and come have a plus size preloved treasure hunt with us.

09 Aug 2026

Learn to draw winter veges

A workshop that will guide you to draw a beautiful botanical subject with clarity, accuracy and c...