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Youth / Rangatahi 2 Sep 2020

Community gardens provide skills, food and savings in south Auckland

Growing your own vegetables has never been easier for would-be south Auckland gardeners.

16 Jul 2020

Help us plan the future of Ōtara-Papatoetoe

Ōtara-Papatoetoe draft local board plan is now open for public feedback.

16 Jul 2020

Help us plan for the future Māngere-Ōtāhuhu

The consultation has now started on Māngere-Ōtāhuhu's draft local board plan which will determine the board's priorities over the next three years.

Cultural 29 Jun 2020

Waka workshops with the people of Moana

Waka workshops introduce Aucklanders and urban youth to the mighty Polynesian seafaring canoes and the sport of waka ama.

Community 19 Jun 2020

A year of good and affordable kai in Papatoetoe

At the heart of Papatoetoe’s town centre is The Food Hub, a bustling, community-driven kitchen, cafe and meeting place is a place where locals can enjoy homegrown and indigenous food options, that are both healthy and sustainably sourced.

Arts 11 Jun 2020

Mural 'comes alive' for Matariki

A mural celebrating Matariki will be brought to life on 22 and 23 June.

Transport 8 Jun 2020

Southern road projects to be discussed online

Deputy Mayor Bill Cashmore will host an online information and question and answer session on 10 June about roading projects planned for southern areas of the city.

Transport 12 Mar 2020

Safer roads on the way for Māngere Bridge

Walking to school in Māngere Bridge will now be safer for children, thanks to the Safer Communities programme.

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13 Dec 2025 - 28 Mar 2026

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21 Mar 2026

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22 Mar 2026

NZHL XRACE

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10 Feb 2026 - 08 Dec 2026

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26 Mar 2026 - 07 Dec 2028

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28 Mar 2026

Free E-waste Drop-off Day - Ambury Park Riding Centre

Drop off your unwanted electronic products during this drive-through event.