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Community 20 Feb 2020

Te Puna Market sprouts up in Henderson

A new fresh produce market has sprouted up in Henderson’s town centre, providing access to fresh local affordable kai after the neighbourhood’s primary supermarket closed late last year.

Arts 20 Feb 2020

Arts coordinator role funded for Waiheke

Waiheke Local Board has given funding to community arts group Kāhui Creative Waiheke to establish a community-led arts coordinator role on the island.

Heritage 18 Feb 2020

Old Pukekohe signs restored by locals

Signs that vanished from Pukekohe have been restored and returned thanks to some detective work.

Educational 17 Feb 2020

Papakura school's 50th marked with photo gift

A photograph of the Papakura District Council coat of arms, carved by former Rosehill art teacher Noel Kerr, has been presented to the school to mark its 50th anniversary.

Environment 17 Feb 2020

Dutch elm disease hits Pukekohe elms

Dutch elm disease has affected a small number of trees in Pukekohe. They will be removed to prevent the disease from spreading.

Community 17 Feb 2020

Celebrating disability pride and inclusion in Maungakiekie-Tāmaki

Last year's International Day of Persons with Disability brought a positive celebration of disability pride and inclusion to the city.

Community 14 Feb 2020

Contingency water supply on tap from Auckland Council

Drinking water available at some rural community halls

Civil Defence / Emergency Management 14 Feb 2020

Two new tsunami sirens for Orewa

Two new tsunami sirens will be installed in Orewa next month, and locals are invited to an information session on 18 February to learn more.

Events

10 Apr 2026

He mana tō te kai

This programme supports whānau and communities to restore traditional food practices and shift ev...

10 Apr 2026

Learn Tī Rākau

Discover how tī rākau can connect you to te taiao, the natural world.

10 Apr 2026

Mai i Kurawaka

Mai i Kurawaka envisions a future where ikura is honoured as a sacred gift, not hidden, silenced,...

10 Apr 2026

Meet local author Jo Dreaver

Local author Jo Dreaver will join us to read her new book "Jester the cat", set in Muriwai and in...

10 Apr 2026

Puhinui Giveback Day

The Beautification Trust and Wiri Business Association have joined forces to bring you this speci...

10 Apr 2026 - 17 Apr 2026

Leys Institute Little Library's school holidays events

Enjoy fun times at these school holiday events.

10 Apr 2026 - 17 Apr 2026

Skill Samurai: Beginner Coding Workshop

Learn the basics in a fun, hands-on way.

20 Mar 2026 - 17 Apr 2026

Handmade Jewellery

Explore fundamental jewellery-making techniques while developing their own personal style.