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Community 6 Jun 2025

Buggin’ Brilliant at Mist of Life

TV icon Ruud Kleinpaste turned Kohuora Park, Papatoetoe into a science lab on early May, joining 120+ students, teachers, and the Sustainable Schools team for a hands-on day of nature and discovery — all backed by the Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board.

Community 6 Jun 2025

Ōtaki o te Wai: Plans on Hold, Vision Strong

The Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board supported the project and is disappointed by the pause after years of planning.

Elections 6 Jun 2025

Safety measures for Auckland Council’s elected members and candidates

Being an elected member in local government is an essential, valuable and rewarding role.

Plans / Projects 5 Jun 2025

Hibiscus and Bays grants support 31 local projects

Thirty-one local groups have received nearly $195,000 in the final grants round of the year from the Hibiscus and Bays Local Board.

Council news 5 Jun 2025

A game-changer for Colin Maiden Park

Ōrākei Local Board has agreed on the terms of a proposal from Auckland Cricket that will see significant upgrades at the park to support the relocation of its domestic cricket operations.

Community 3 Jun 2025

Imrie Park needs more WOW for the whole crowd

From basic to brilliant: Māngere-Ōtāhuhu residents are needed to help transform Imrie Park playground.

Community 3 Jun 2025

Better playground spot in Ōtara Town Centre? You tell us!

Ōtara Town Centre's new playground is being led by local rangatahi, and the community can help shape the design and choose the location.

Elections 30 May 2025

Facts to help you run Auckland

Here are some handy things to know about Auckland as you consider putting yourself up to take the reins.

Events

06 May 2026 - 29 Jul 2026

Listen up!

The display celebrates the history of Auckland Libraries’ music collection and its connections wi...

04 Mar 2026 - 01 Jul 2026

Life after Stroke: Stroke Education groups

Join others in your community affected by stroke in a series of small group education sessions th...

04 Mar 2026 - 02 Dec 2026

Wednesday Book Chat

Share your thoughts, discover new titles, and connect with fellow book enthusiasts.

04 Feb 2026 - 02 Dec 2026

Book Chat - Glen Eden Library

Come join our friendly group where you can hear about good books from other keen readers and shar...

04 Feb 2026 - 02 Dec 2026

Book Chat - Sir Edmund Hillary Library

Join our lively group and meet others who are interested in sharing their reading.

07 May 2026 - 11 Jun 2026

Inside the Garden: Drawing and Painting from Nature

This workshop is designed to inspire your creativity in a supportive studio environment.

05 Feb 2026 - 04 Jun 2026

Financial Literacy Program

Free Financial Literacy Program lead by Susan.P who's worked in banks for over 15 years and has a...

05 Feb 2026 - 05 Nov 2026

Vaka Tautua Drop-In at Avondale Library

Vaka Tautua is a National ‘Pacific for Pacific’ mental health, disability and social services pro...