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Environment 18 Jan 2019

Success for Waiheke Island's newest baby dotterel

A dotterel chick which has been at the centre of local attention has taken flight.

Community 17 Jan 2019

Auckland Council strides with Pride

Auckland has come a long way in celebrating the rainbow community, and Auckland Council is proud to be leading the way.

Sports / Leisure 17 Jan 2019

Chinese martial arts flourishing in Ōrākei

The practice of Chinese martial arts is bringing the community together in the Ōrākei ward.

Community 16 Jan 2019

Waiheke Island's Mātiatia Plan underway

Increased carparking and improved transport facilities could be on the cards for an iconic section of Waiheke Island.

Pest Free 16 Jan 2019

Rat hunt underway on Rākino Island

Auckland Council is working with the Department of Conservation to search for a rodent sighted on Rākino Island.

Community 16 Jan 2019

Apply for a Neighbours Day grant

Grants of up to $200 are available.

Transport 15 Jan 2019

$1.1 million funding for school safety zone in Henderson North

It’s going to be much safer to walk and cycle to school in Henderson North.

Youth / Rangatahi 14 Jan 2019

Grants to back local Papakura groups

Sport features strongly in the latest round of Papakura Local Board's small grants round.

Events

10 Feb 2026 - 08 Dec 2026

Wriggle and Rhyme - Manukau Library

Designed for children aged 2 years and under, this free session helps stimulate growing minds and...

10 Feb 2026 - 09 Dec 2026

Read to a Dog

Introducing our Read to a Dog programme! Read to a Dog aims to help children with their literacy,...

10 Feb 2026 - 15 Dec 2026

Babies and Bubbles

Join us for songs, movement and bubbles for developing brains.

10 Feb 2026 - 15 Dec 2026

Ponsonby Playgroup

Ponsonby Playgroup is a friendly place for parents/caregivers and their children to meet and play.

03 Feb 2026 - 15 Dec 2026

BrainCharge for adults

Give your brain a weekly workout at Kumeu Library's BrainCharge sessions.

03 Feb 2026 - 15 Dec 2026

Wriggle & Rhyme at Waitākere

Wriggle and Rhyme is for parents/caregivers with pēpi and pangore / babies and toddlers.

02 Dec 2025 - 17 Jun 2026

Cloth nappies, parenting and more

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18 Nov 2025 - 30 Jun 2026

Whānau Friendly Exercise Class

Join Matavaine on Tuesdays for a free energising exercise.