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Get out and about across Waitematā this summer
Summer is here! If you’re looking something to do with your kids, grandchildren or neighbours, look no further.
5 things to help you make the most of Ōrākei this summer
Discover our top picks to make the most of what’s happening over summer in Ōrākei
Speak up for three: help shape local play
The Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board is inviting the community to share ideas for upgrades for three Papatoetoe neighbourhood playgrounds.
Your community, your opportunities, backed by Kaipātiki Local Board
Through local community house programmes, supported by Kaipātiki Local Board investment, beach Haven resident Karl Nebbeling found connection, new skills and a new direction close to home.
Many cultures, one dance floor
The Diversity Festival returns on Saturday 11 April, celebrating the rich cultural tapestry of South Auckland.
Superhero approval for Kimpton Park playground
Papatoetoe families are buzzing with excitement as the newly upgraded playground at Toetoe-nui / Kimpton Park is open, thanks to funding by the Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board.
A fresh facelift for Ngā Puna / Cyclamen Park
Ngā Puna / Cyclamen Park in Māngere, named after the area’s sacred springs, has been upgraded following community feedback.
The Landing: local stories find a timeless home
At Ngā Tohu o Uenuku / Māngere Arts Centre, The Landing beautifully demonstrated how local stories could be transformed into living taonga: portraits and voices that captured the richness of the community’s lived experiences.
Events
Samoan Language Week performance
A special performance by Pukekohe Intermediate's Pasifika group to celebrate Samoan Language Week.
Matariki Kapa Haka performance
A special performance by Pukekohe Intermediate's Kapa Haka group to celebrate Matariki.
Matariki Storytime
A great opportunity to encourage an interest in books, while building language and literacy skills.
Eddie Izzard performs Shakespeare’s Hamlet
Akin to the original performances of HAMLET, Eddie will perform on the blank canvas of a bare sta...
Macbeth
Shakespeare’s chilling tale of betrayal, ambition and the corrosive cost of unchecked desire.
Cook Island Language Week Storytime
A great opportunity to encourage an interest in books, while building language and literacy skills.
NZTrio: Space Jump
Experience the dynamic energy of Fazıl Say’s Space Jump, vividly portraying a thrilling ascent an...