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Plans / Projects 15 Aug 2019

Road safety a priority for Ōrākei Local Board

Ōrākei Local Board has identified several sites in need of safety improvements following discussion with schools across the area.

Plans / Projects 14 Aug 2019

Park and ride to open at Lloyd Elsmore Park

A park and ride facility at Lloyd Elsmore Park opens on 19 August with free secure parking for 300 cars for commuters using the shuttle bus service to Panmure Station.

Community 14 Aug 2019

Demolition of building improves safety in Glen Innes reserves

The Citizens Advice Bureau in Glen Innes is being relocated and the building it is currently in will be demolished to allow improved sight-lines between neighbouring Maybury Reserve and Ruapotake Reserve.

Community 14 Aug 2019

Group works for sustainable future in Papakura

Sustainable Papakura members are working tirelessly to protect their local environment.

Community 14 Aug 2019

Pest trapping all the rage in Ōrākei

The Natural Environment Targeted Rate is helping Ōrākei residents to embrace backyard trapping.

Environment 13 Aug 2019

Bush and stream work funded in Papakura

Kirk’s Bush and the Butterworth Block are being prioritised for pest plant and animal control courtesy of Auckland Council’s targeted natural environment rate.

Environment 13 Aug 2019

Contractor set to be appointed to remove Titirangi Chickens

The removal and rehoming of the chickens from Titirangi Village is a step closer, following the news that Auckland Council is set to appoint a contractor.

Beaches 13 Aug 2019

Targeted rates support Howick environmental projects

Some of Howick’s most iconic beaches are benefiting from Auckland Council’s targeted water quality and natural environment rates.

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21 Jan 2024 - 15 Dec 2024

The Village Market Helensville Showgrounds

You can find fresh local produce and plants, artisan food and preserves, handmade crafts, gifts,...

19 Aug 2024

Heal Yourself with Māori Medicine

Join Kendra Barr for an enlightening exploration of traditional Māori healing remedies, also know...

19 Aug 2024 - 16 Sep 2024

Abstract After Hours: Expressive Painting with James Lawrence

Join artist James Lawrence for an engaging 5-week block designed for those interested in abstract...

27 May 2024 - 16 Sep 2024

Curator Tours

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20 Aug 2024

How you can recycle right

Brush up on your recycling knowledge as new national standards come into effect.

20 Aug 2024 - 31 Aug 2024

The Illiterate Book Club by Geoff Bartlett

The Illiterate Book Club is a heart-warming, charming and bittersweet story of six passionate rea...

20 Aug 2024 - 17 Sep 2024

K-Minhwa(Korean folk painting) workshop

This relaxed class explores traditional Korean painting and Asian painting techniques, which use...

20 Feb 2024 - 17 Dec 2024

Social Knitting Club | Leys Institute Little Library

Whether you're a crochet novice or master knitter, if you want to meet other like-minded crafty f...