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Walkways 29 Oct 2018

Explore Te Atatū Peninsula walkway

The popular walkway boasts magnificent views of the Waitematā Harbour.

Transport 29 Oct 2018

Cycleway puts safety first for New Lynn students

The Seabrook Avenue Cycleway provides a safe, separated space for people on bikes.

Community 26 Oct 2018

Homeless get a helping hand

Orange Sky supports connection and conversation by providing laundry and hygiene services in vans.

Cycling 26 Oct 2018

Puketāpapa cutting carbon footprints with cycling

Locals in Puketāpapa are being encouraged to get on their bikes to promote low-carbon living.

Environment 25 Oct 2018

Local board delight as Armour Bay deemed safe for swimming

A long-term water health warning has been lifted from Armour Bay beach.

Waste 25 Oct 2018

Local board chair checks Waiheke's disposal habits

Cath Handley visited Visy’s recycling plant to see for herself the state of the island's waste.

Heritage 25 Oct 2018

Auckland Museum receives funding for new gallery

A new gallery will help to tell the story of the past, present and future of Tāmaki Makaurau.

25 Oct 2018

Mission Bay Café a winner at Ōrākei awards

Congratulations to Mission Bay Café, who took out the Supreme Award at the first ever Ōrākei Local Board Business Awards.

Events

03 Feb 2026 - 15 Dec 2026

Wriggle and Rhyme - Pt Chevalier

Join us as we go through gentle routines, sensory play, music time, motor skill development, and...

02 Feb 2026 - 14 Dec 2026

Makerspace

Free, fun and educational afterschool program on Mondays for children aged 5+.

26 Jan 2026 - 01 Dec 2026

Tai Chi at Te Manawa

Enjoy "meditation in motion," it benefits strength, flexibility, and balance.

10 Nov 2025 - 01 Dec 2026

Wriggle and Rhyme - Takapuna Library

Join us for Wriggle and Rhyme, a lively 30-minute session filled with music, movement, and play.

21 Apr 2026

Collected and classified: Biology in a box

Hear art historian Andrew McKay, floral artist Felicity Jones and Auckland Museum invertebrates c...

21 Apr 2026

Microgreens and sprouts

The workshop will also cover practical advice on how to avoid food waste in the kitchen including...

21 Apr 2026 - 09 Jun 2026

Portrait Drawing 101

This course will introduce you to the head drawing methods taught by masters Frank Riley, Andrew...

17 Feb 2026 - 21 Apr 2026

Stream Care Day

Join us in caring for our precious waterways through hands-on ecological action.