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Community 28 Mar 2025

TOP Squad leads the way for Ōtara-Papatoetoe youth

Outstanding young leaders from Ōtara-Papatoetoe have been honoured at an award ceremony, celebrating their contributions to local decision-making and community initiatives.

Community 28 Mar 2025

Pukekohe park gifted dual Māori name

Kennelley Park has been gifted the dual name of Te Ara Poouri, marked with a special ceremony to recognise the significance of the name.   

Community 28 Mar 2025

Grants strengthen community efforts

The Māngere-Ōtāhuhu Local Board is ready to support even more community-driven projects. If you’re a local group, provider, or organisation with a great project or initiative, now is the time to apply!

Community 26 Mar 2025

Shaping Clevedon community hub

Clevedon is evolving, and there is an opportunity to upgrade and make better use of the Clevedon Community Hall.

Community 25 Mar 2025

Puketāpapa unlocks greenspace as part of Three Kings Quarry Development

Puketāpapa residents can enjoy a new playground on Saturday 5 April as part of a land exchange between the local board and Fletcher Living.

Community 24 Mar 2025

Understand sustainable living: the Albert-Eden & Puketāpapa Eco Festival arrives in April

A three-week celebration of sustainable living gets underway from April 7, with a number of free and engaging events to attend.

Community 24 Mar 2025

The Albert-Eden & Puketāpapa Eco Festival is here from April

A three-week celebration of sustainable living gets underway from April 7, with a number of free and engaging events to attend.

Community 24 Mar 2025

Celebrating Culture Pop-Up in Howick

The Howick Local Board invites you to dive into a world of creativity and culture at the Celebrating Cultures Pop-Up at Ormiston Town Centre, from 15 to 30 March.

Local Events

26 Mar 2025 - 10 Dec 2025

Low-sensory quiet hour at Glenfield Library

Dimmed lights in the children's area, with quiet voices and limited noise throughout the library.

22 Mar 2025 - 22 Apr 2025

EcoFest 2025

​The EcoFest programme is packed with events, activities, installations and workshops for people...

19 Mar 2025 - 26 Nov 2025

Kids Time at Helensville Library

Under-6s and their grownups are invited to join the Helensville Library staff for stories, songs,...

19 Mar 2025 - 26 Nov 2025

Minecraft Club

Calling all Minecraft fans!

17 Mar 2025 - 14 Apr 2025

World of prowl outdoor exhibition

Discover these incredible images showcased across outdoor exhibition locations along Ponsonby Roa...

12 Mar 2025 - 09 Apr 2025

A creative adventure into Japanese Culture (6-8 Year Olds)

Immerse your kids in Japanese culture with hands-on activities like origami, calligraphy, sushi m...

12 Mar 2025 - 09 Apr 2025

Passport to Japan

Get ready to explore Japan with confidence and ease!

12 Mar 2025 - 28 May 2025

Meet the edibles gardener at Auckland Botanic Gardens

Come along and get expert guidance from our Edibles gardener Angela.