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Arts 6 Dec 2018

Kumeū Arts Centre expands into new eco pod

After years of occupying an old works depot shed, the centre is expanding into a sustainable building.

Community 6 Dec 2018

Creativity rules at Papakura's The Corner

A community hub is fostering creativity in young people to help improve their local area.

Beaches 6 Dec 2018

Safeswim returns to Auckland with new swimming spots

Auckland Council’s Safeswim website is ready for summer, highlighting water quality around the region.

Community 6 Dec 2018

Snow in the Park nominated for top national award

Snow in the Park has been nominated for Best Local Government Event at the 2018 NZ Event Awards.

Plans / Projects 5 Dec 2018

Takapuna Beach Holiday Park lease progress update

Panuku Development Auckland is continuing to progress plans for the Takapuna Beach Holiday Park.

Libraries 5 Dec 2018

Panmure Library hosts community pantry

Librarians in Panmure have established a community pantry to help feed those in need.

Transport 5 Dec 2018

Improving safety at rail crossings in Tamaki

Auckland Transport is investigating the possibility of replacing the crossings at Glen Innes with an over-bridge.

Community 5 Dec 2018

National award for Orion Street neighbourhood group

A team dedicated to cleaning up Orion Street in Papakura has been recognised with a national award.

Events

28 Feb 2026

Movies in Parks: The Princess Bride

A bedridden boy's grandfather reads him the story of a farmboy-turned-pirate who encounters numer...

28 Feb 2026

Natural history of New Zealand flowers

Join author Phil Garnock-Jones for a talk about the wonderful world of NZ flowers, with plenty of...

28 Feb 2026

Pirate Play Party

Test your cannon shooting skills, dig for treasure, turn yourself into a pirate for the day, get...

28 Feb 2026

Pride Festival at Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki

Celebrate Pride at Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki with a day of art, music, performance and se...

28 Feb 2026

Pride Whānau Fun Day

This Pride, we’re inviting you to express yourself at the Museum!

28 Feb 2026

Queer romance writing workshop

Learn how to plan, plot and write inclusive romance stories and create characters Rainbow reader...

28 Feb 2026

Queers & Wares Market

Come hang out, browse beautiful handmade pieces, vintage clothing, and art - all by local artists.

28 Feb 2026

Rainbow tie-dye

This hands-on workshop invites participants of all identities to design their own wearable art us...