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Community 18 Jul 2025

Putting the brakes on speed: Manurewa board invests in safety

Randwick Park is set to become safer for locals with a major investment of nearly $1.2 million going into traffic-calming measures.

Whanau friendly 18 Jul 2025

Belle Verde Playground reopens

A refreshed playground in Sunnynook now caters for tamariki of all ages, giving whānau in the area more reasons to get outdoors and connect with others in the community.

Community 17 Jul 2025

Avondale Community Centre closes for safety reasons

The Avondale Community Centre has closed its doors permanently after testing revealed high levels of black mould in the building.

Community 15 Jul 2025

Backing community priorities for Franklin

Franklin Local Board has adopted its 2025/2026 work programme guided by community feedback from residents, community groups and mana whenua.

Community 15 Jul 2025

Backing big ideas in Papakura  

Funding available now for community projects and youth in Papakura.

Sports / Leisure 15 Jul 2025

Small grants and big impact for Manurewa  

Local community groups and projects are set to benefit from funding following the Manurewa Local Board’s latest community grants round.

Elections 14 Jul 2025

First nominations are in

Auckland elections candidates: by the numbers - total Auckland local elections nominations received as at Friday 11 July.

Community 14 Jul 2025

Connected communities: Albert-Eden-Puketāpapa ward accredited as a welcoming community

The Puketāpapa and Albert-Eden Local Boards are now accredited as a Committed - Welcoming Community by Immigration New Zealand, for their work to support newcomers and to build more inclusive communities. 

Events

03 Jun 2025 - 22 Dec 2026

Mandarin computer class at Manukau Library

Mandarin Computer Classes help people learn the basic skills on how to use computer, smart phone,...

03 Dec 2024 - 15 Dec 2026

Wriggle and Rhyme - Avondale

Come on down to the library with your pēpi and tamariki for our Wriggle and Rhyme sessions.

29 Jul 2026

1986: A Look Back at Homosexual Law Reform

Join us for an evening of storytelling, taonga and performance, hosted by former MP and LGBTTQIA+...

29 Jul 2026

Wellness talk: Workplace ergonomics

Improve your posture, movement and workstation setup with practical tips from professionals from...

29 Jul 2026 - 02 Sep 2026

Tech Time

Experience the exciting world of technology featuring Sphero robots and 3D printing.

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...

30 Jul 2026

An introduction to SpinPoi workshop

A style of poi practiced around the world as a form of exercise and play.