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Community 7 Jul 2025

Waiheke Rangatahi Ropu hits ground running

Waiheke Rangatahi Ropu /Waiheke Youth Group works with the Waiheke Local Board and local community partners to improve the wellbeing of rangatahi aged 14 to 24 years old. 

Community 4 Jul 2025

Funding boost for youth, environment and community in Hibiscus and Bays

Hibiscus and Bays Local Board has adopted its 2025/2026 local board agreement.

Community 4 Jul 2025

Lock up and leave: new bicycle shelters coming to Albert-Eden

Safe, dry and secure new bike shelters are coming to Mt Albert, Pt Chevalier and Kingsland thanks to the Albert-Eden Local Board. 

Community 4 Jul 2025

Traditional Christmas lights return to Onehunga’s Jellicoe Park

It’s a case of Back to the Future for Christmas lights at Jellicoe Park when permanent LED lights are installed later this year. 

Parks / Outdoors 3 Jul 2025

An oceanside experience at The Landing

Ōrākei Local Board chair Scott Milne tells us why The Landing is one of his favourite spots.

Community 2 Jul 2025

Upper Harbour to benefit from nearly $27m in local investment

The Upper Harbour Local Board agreement sets out the total investment and key funding priorities for the financial year 2025-2026.

Community 2 Jul 2025

Play that connects us

The Māngere-Ōtāhuhu Local Board’s 2025 Play Plan supports inclusive, everyday play for all ages, everywhere in the community.

Community 2 Jul 2025

Climate ready: Ōpaheke Park opens in Papakura

Papakura locals have a new passive park to enjoy thanks to Papakura Local Board, and it’s not just a greenspace for walking the dog or riding your bike.

Events

20 Jul 2026 - 29 Jul 2026

Kākahu o Oranga

As we lead up towards the re-opening of the Oranga Community Centre, join us at two sessions to d...

20 Jul 2026 - 29 Jul 2026

Oranga Kākahu Project

Help us create the centre piece that will be on display at the newly refurbished Oranga Community...

20 Jul 2026 - 21 Sep 2026

Japanese Storytime - Albany

Join us and enjoy stories together in a relaxed and friendly environment.

21 Jul 2026

Textile Tuesday's Midwinter Fashion Show

Come and share your own delights or simply sit back and enjoy the parade with dazzling fabrics.

22 Jul 2026 - 25 Jul 2026

Home Made

Five artists, each one exploring their own answer to what home looks, sounds and feels like.

22 Jul 2026 - 23 Sep 2026

Wriggle and Rhyme - Albany

A fun session promoting active movement and brain development for babies and toddlers.

23 Jul 2026 - 02 Aug 2026

Every Kind of Weather

One iconic playwright. Two plays. One unmissable event.

23 Jul 2026 - 24 Sep 2026

Mandarin Storytime - Albany

A warm and engaging programme for children aged under five.