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Winning moves: Howick sports facilities boosted
Big things are happening! Thanks to Auckland Council’s Sports and Recreation Facilities Investment Fund, three local Howick sports facilities are about to get a major upgrade.
Exploring local Howick Enviroschools
Howick Local Board members recently embarked on an inspiring visit to four local Enviroschools, where they saw firsthand the innovative environmental initiatives being embraced by students and staff.
Opera in the Strand returns to Strand Arcade
It’s New Zealand Music Month in May and people will flood into midtown’s streets, lanes and public spaces, further cementing our place in the world as a UNESCO City of Music.
Pump track gets the green light from Local Board
Beachlands is set to get a new pump track at Constellation Park, thanks to local support and the backing of Franklin Local Board.
Waiuku Trail & Reserves back on track
Storm remediation work at the existing Waiuku Trail at the north of Tamakae and at Lady Jane Franklin Botanical Reserve has now been completed, helping to prevent future stormwater damage.
Giving our biodiversity a helping hand
Thousands of pests have been removed thanks to an organisation which receives funding from Albert-Eden and Waitematā local boards.
Grant funding nurtures native nursery
Find out how grants helped Motu Community Nursery.
Estuary Art and Ecology Awards 2025
Experience the 19th Estuary Art and Ecology Awards, Aotearoa's only contemporary art prize, at UXBRIDGE Arts and Culture Centre in Howick, from 5 July to 31 August 2025.
Local Events
Low-sensory quiet hour at Glenfield Library
Dimmed lights in the children's area, with quiet voices and limited noise throughout the library.
EcoFest 2025
The EcoFest programme is packed with events, activities, installations and workshops for people...
Kids Time at Helensville Library
Under-6s and their grownups are invited to join the Helensville Library staff for stories, songs,...
World of prowl outdoor exhibition
Discover these incredible images showcased across outdoor exhibition locations along Ponsonby Roa...
A creative adventure into Japanese Culture (6-8 Year Olds)
Immerse your kids in Japanese culture with hands-on activities like origami, calligraphy, sushi m...
Meet the edibles gardener at Auckland Botanic Gardens
Come along and get expert guidance from our Edibles gardener Angela.
