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Community 13 Dec 2024

Polyfest's 50th celebration goes ahead thanks to Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board

Polyfest will stay in Ōtara for its 50th anniversary, thanks to a $64,500 contribution from the local board.

Community 12 Dec 2024

New facilities grant opens soon for Upper Harbour

Upper Harbour community groups can apply soon for a new facilities grant when applications open 20 January.

Civil Defence / Emergency Management 12 Dec 2024

Adapting for Tomorrow: Waitākere Ranges' Plan to Navigate Emergencies

A new plan is set to empower the Waitākere Ranges community to better prepare for and respond to emergencies.

Civil Defence / Emergency Management 11 Dec 2024

Franklin agrees tool to help in emergencies

A new tool has been put in place to guide emergency responses throughout the Franklin district.

Civil Defence / Emergency Management 11 Dec 2024

Manurewa adopts emergency plan

A new tool to help prepare for emergencies has been put in place in Manurewa.

Community 11 Dec 2024

Papakura gets ready for emergencies

A new tool to help prepare for emergencies has been put in place.

Community 11 Dec 2024

Honda Counties Manukau Sporting Excellence Awards

South Auckland local boards continuously supporting the sporting talent of Manukau City.

City Centre Waterfront 10 Dec 2024

Top 10 city centre memories of 2024

Reflecting on 2024 in the city centre, we’ve compiled a list of milestones (among many) the Auckland Council group is proud to have delivered.

Events

11 Feb 2025 - 16 Feb 2025

Vector Lights for BNZ Auckland Lantern Festival 2025

Watch as the bridge lights up with lanterns floating into the night sky.

11 Feb 2025 - 08 Apr 2025

Wriggle & Rhyme

It is a fun, free programme that provides positive movement experiences to stimulate the developm...

13 Aug 2024 - 12 Aug 2025

Korean Bookchat

Come share your thoughts on books and life over a warm cup of tea.

12 Feb 2025

Ikebana Workshop

Immerse yourself in this elegant art form and discover the beauty of balance and harmony in flora...

12 Feb 2025

Mile High Comedy Club

Join us for a one-night-only show in the Aviation Hall with four fierce comedians who know how to...

12 Feb 2025

Pride Poetry - Speakeasy open mic

Come along to read your work, to listen and enjoy in a welcoming queer word nest.

12 Feb 2025 - 10 Dec 2025

Waiheke Local Board Community Forum

Community Forum is an open meeting which provides an opportunity for individuals and community or...

13 Feb 2025 - 16 Feb 2025

BNZ Auckland Lantern Festival

Don’t miss out on this extraordinary celebration of culture, food, and community!