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Community 17 Dec 2025

Progress on track for Franklin paths

One hundred metres of concrete path on Shelly Bay Road is now ready for Beachlands residents to stroll, pace, power walk, strut, march, jog, scooter or bike – just in time for summer.

Music 16 Dec 2025

A new beat dropping in Manurewa

Manurewa is about to turn up the volume with Manurewa Rhythms, a vibrant new event designed by youth, for youth. 

Community 15 Dec 2025

More hours for Whau libraries

Come read, play, and enjoy a little extra aircon over summer as two Whau libraries extend their opening hours.

Community 15 Dec 2025

Board funding supports local projects and community wellbeing in Kaipātiki

Kaipātiki Local Board has allocated $180,002 to local arts, sport, wellbeing and community projects across the local board area.

Zero Waste 15 Dec 2025

One year on: Anamata’s journey of recovery and renewal

One year after a major fire tore through the Anamata Shop and main shed at the Aotea Community Recycling Centre (CRC) on Aotea / Great Barrier Island, the team reflect on what has happened since.

Community 12 Dec 2025

Marking a milestone in the west: Auckland Council turns 15

Here in West Auckland, our local boards have played a big part in shaping the story since amalgamation in 2010.

Community 12 Dec 2025

15 years on: Auckland Council’s eastern boards reflect on progress

Auckland Council is 15 years old this month and to celebrate we’ve put together a selection of key local achievements, projects and upgrades that have grown and benefited communities across the region. 

Community 12 Dec 2025

Reflecting on 15 years: Auckland Council and southern communities

From new parks to major upgrades, South Auckland’s local boards are behind some of the biggest wins for our communities - creating spaces and opportunities that bring people together and build pride in our place.

Events

18 Feb 2026

Auckland and the invasion of Waikato

Join us for this interesting korero with acclaimed author Dr Vincent O'Malley.

18 Feb 2026 - 19 Feb 2026

Rainbow Perler Craft

Craft designs that you, your friends and whanau can wear with Pride.

18 Feb 2026 - 20 Feb 2026

Lunar New Year Preschool Fun

Singing, dancing and rhymes to celebrate the Lunar New Year with your little one.

18 Feb 2026 - 25 Mar 2026

Botanical Art Classes

The heritage gardens at Highwic offer a vivid tapestry of seasonal colour as inspiration – from t...

18 Feb 2026 - 25 Mar 2026

Tech Time

Experience the exciting world of technology featuring Sphero Robots, 3D Printing and Makey Makey...

04 Feb 2026 - 09 Dec 2026

Chess Club - Epsom

Play with others, sharpen your tactics, and boost your game with tips from our awesome chess coach!

19 Feb 2026

ASIAN(SOUND)SCAPES

Celebrate Lunar New Year with the vibrant sounds of Aotearoa New Zealand's Asian Diasporic musici...

19 Feb 2026

Lunar New Year Terrific Tots

As a special Lunar New Year celebration, we will be sharing a brand-new board book read by the au...