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Whanau friendly 18 Jul 2025

Belle Verde Playground reopens

A refreshed playground in Sunnynook now caters for tamariki of all ages, giving whānau in the area more reasons to get outdoors and connect with others in the community.

Community 17 Jul 2025

Avondale Community Centre closes for safety reasons

The Avondale Community Centre has closed its doors permanently after testing revealed high levels of black mould in the building.

Community 15 Jul 2025

Backing community priorities for Franklin

Franklin Local Board has adopted its 2025/2026 work programme guided by community feedback from residents, community groups and mana whenua.

Community 15 Jul 2025

Backing big ideas in Papakura  

Funding available now for community projects and youth in Papakura.

Sports / Leisure 15 Jul 2025

Small grants and big impact for Manurewa  

Local community groups and projects are set to benefit from funding following the Manurewa Local Board’s latest community grants round.

Elections 14 Jul 2025

First nominations are in

Auckland elections candidates: by the numbers - total Auckland local elections nominations received as at Friday 11 July.

Community 14 Jul 2025

Connected communities: Albert-Eden-Puketāpapa ward accredited as a welcoming community

The Puketāpapa and Albert-Eden Local Boards are now accredited as a Committed - Welcoming Community by Immigration New Zealand, for their work to support newcomers and to build more inclusive communities. 

Community 10 Jul 2025

Can we get a chee hoo...for the good our grants do!

Applications for round one of the Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board 2025/2026 grants programme is open for projects over $2,000 in arts, community, environment, events, heritage, sports or recreation. Apply by 8 August 2025.

Events

04 Jul 2026 - 19 Jul 2026

Under the stars: Crafting nocturnal creatures

Join us for a short, engaging eco-talk and unleash your creativity in a hands-on Hama Beads session.

04 Jul 2026 - 19 Jul 2026

Whetūrangitia

An exhibition series in celebration of Matariki, honouring both those who have passed in previous...

04 Jul 2026 - 26 Jul 2026

Kids and whānau create

Come along for a range of creative Matariki activities.

03 May 2026 - 13 Sep 2026

Community Classics: At the Movies

Gather the whānau together for an uplifting afternoon of music for everyone.

05 Jul 2026

Make a Matariki Star

Come together this Matariki to weave your own harakeke (flax) star and celebrate the season with...

05 Jul 2026

Matariki Market

Bring the whānau, support local and enjoy a lovely day out.

05 Jul 2026 - 26 Jul 2026

Matariki memory stones

Drop in with your whānau to create a memory stone in honour of someone special.

06 Jul 2026 - 17 Jul 2026

Matariki Herenga Waka

Tamariki will learn how waka journeys are supported by stars, community and care for the environm...