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Three times the fun: three playgrounds set for a refresh
The Māngere-Ōtāhuhu Local Board are giving kids a chance to share their own thoughts on what they would like to see in their local playground through a fun, interactive survey.
Henderson Christmas Festival brings holiday cheer to Corbans
The annual celebration will once again feature a full afternoon of performances, entertainment, and delicious food for the whole whānau to enjoy.
Auckland Council 15th anniversary – Hauraki Gulf Islands
To celebrate Auckland Council's 15th anniversary, we’ve put together a selection of key local achievements from the past 15 years.
15th Anniversary of Auckland Council - south local boards
From new parks to major upgrades, South Auckland’s local boards are behind some of the biggest wins for our communities - creating spaces and opportunities that bring people together and build pride in our place.
Albert-Eden Sustainable Garden Trail 2025
Albert-Eden residents are invited to explore a network of edible, resilient and inspiring gardens when the Albert-Eden Sustainable Garden Trail returns from 22–23 November 2025.
Community takes to pickleball
When Medlands halfcourt was refreshed to include pickleball markings, the Aotea community jumped at the opportunity to play a new sport.
Glen Eden locals loving new playground
A once-empty patch of land in Glen Eden has been transformed into a vibrant new playground, filling a gap in local play spaces and bringing joy to families in the community.
Franklin proves ‘it’s a place to grow’ at EDNZ Awards
Franklin Local Board received an honorary commendation for collaboration at the 2025 Economic Development New Zealand (EDNZ) Awards.
Events
Te Ahurei Toi o Tāmaki Auckland Arts Festival 2026
Let’s celebrate everything good about it, together and experience Auckland in full colour.
Family Day Out
Join other locals for some free family-friendly fun in the heart of Northcote.
Family history research workshops 2026
Join us for a presentation on researching family history in your country of interest, followed by...
The Auckland Wooden Boat Festival
Come along to experience heritage craftsmanship and innovation side by side in a setting that’s u...
Intergenerational life writing workshops
The stories you will hear from other people will open your mind and give you things to contemplat...
Seasonal fridge pickle workshop
Bring along any veggies you have access to, plus clean jars with lids and you’ll go home with pre...
Albert-Eden & Puketāpapa Eco Festival 2026
Meet your neighbours and discuss what local solutions to climate change we can take together, for...
