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Community 7 May 2019

Franklin sports groups get funding

Franklin Local Board has approved more than $200,000 in grants under its Sport and Active Recreation Facilities Plan.

Technology / Innovation 7 May 2019

Auckland welcomes Los Angeles and Guangzhou

Auckland will welcome Los Angeles and Guangzhou investors, business and civic leaders this month for the Tripartite 2019 event.

Arts 7 May 2019

Waiheke Art Gallery will be open during repairs

Repairs taking place between May 8 and July 12 at the Waiheke Community Art Gallery will not affect shows scheduled there.

Exhibition 7 May 2019

Exhibition: The Dawn Raids - Educate to Liberate

New exhibition on show in Auckland informs about a painful part of New Zealand history.

6 May 2019

New programme funds local events in Albert-Eden

The new Albert-Eden events broker programme provides funding to people who have great ideas for small local events.

Community 3 May 2019

Waiuku residents push new pool plan

The Women of Waiuku group has urged Franklin Local Board to push for funding of a new swimming pool in the town.

Community 3 May 2019

What’s on out west this weekend?

Looking for something to do out west this weekend? We’ve got you covered!

Youth / Rangatahi 2 May 2019

Papakura among Auckland's millennial hot spots

Research from the Real Estate Institute has named Papakura one of the better places in Auckland for millennials to live.

Events

09 Jul 2026 - 12 Jul 2026

Sky Tower Matariki projections and lighting

Look to the sky for a colourful light display and artistic works over the Matariki period.

09 Jul 2026 - 13 Jul 2026

Starry Nightlights

Colour in your design and pop it into your jar, add the tea light and watch the shadow patterns a...

09 Jul 2026 - 16 Jul 2026

Māori cooking workshop

Learn to cook fresh, seasonal kai with Māori flavours in this hands-on workshop.

10 Jul 2026

Hautapu

This year, a range of kaupapa will be held for whānau to enjoy, connect and be part of.

10 Jul 2026

Kids drop-in clay activity

Less screen time, more green time - connect to nature with this lovely mindful activity.

10 Jul 2026

Matariki Ahunga Nui

Engage in craft activities inspired by our hero whetū Hiwa-i-te-rangi and enjoy kapa haka perform...

10 Jul 2026

Matariki at Howick Historical Village

As the Matariki constellation makes its annual appearance in our skies, come along to this specia...

10 Jul 2026

Matariki night market and performances

A free community celebration activating our grounds with artists, stallholders and performers.