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Volunteers contribute to local youth wellbeing
A good, empathetic listener is at the other end of the line when young people in our community reach out to Youthline.
Ōrākei celebrates volunteers’ dedication to the environment
We celebrate the work of some of our local volunteers for National Volunteer Week.
Exhibition attracts crowd in a post stamp era
International stamp exhibition supported by the local board inspires local young exhibit entrant.
Pukekawa / Auckland Domain helped to protect low lying areas in flooding events
Pukekawa / Auckland Domain, like many other parks, played a critical role in retaining flood waters during the recent severe weather events.
Glendowie student wins Anzac speech award
Year 12 student Spencer Fitzpatrick has been selected by the local board to deliver his speech at St Heliers Anzac service .
How your local parks and beaches are kept fresh, fun and accessible
Discover some of the work your local board does to keep our public spaces in great shape.
Refreshed concept plan aims to create greater waterfront access for wider community
Ōrākei Local Board's revised concept plan for The Landing will go out for public consultation in April 2023.
Grants for all ages
Ōrākei Local Grants applications close 17 March, here are some examples of previous successful projects.
Events
Marimba Magic
Steven Logan gives us a lively selection from the 18th century to the present via Argentina and t...
St Heliers Library July School Holiday Programme
Join us for these exciting series of events.
Plunket Japanese Playgroup
Come along and connect with other Japanese-speaking families with your children 0 to 5.
Night at Auckland Museum: Time Warp!
Strap in for a time-endous night of family fun as we present Night at Auckland Museum: Time Warp!
Heard Park After Dark
From 21 June to 19 July, the trees in Heard Park will be lit up and changing colour to add magic...
Composting Workshops
Come and enjoy free workshops offering an introduction to easy ways of composting.
Plunket Meadowbank Playgroup
Join us on Monday mornings for some fun, friendship, support, and child-led play!
Scrabble Club
Join the Scrabble club for a couple of games every second and fourth Thursday of the month.
