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Community 14 May 2025

Mahurangi East Community Centre opens after renovations

The Mahurangi East Community Centre doors are open again to Snells Beach community.

Arts 14 May 2025

The art world pays respects to celebrated artist Fred Graham

Te Kaunihera o Tāmaki Makaurau (Auckland Council) is joining the art world in paying its respects to Fred Graham (Ngaati Koroki Kahukura), ONZM, Art Foundation Icon.

Community 14 May 2025

Plaque honours local environment hero

A local environmental star has been recognised with a commemorative plaque.  

Community 12 May 2025

Point Chevalier library open date pushed out to October 2025

Point Chevalier’s new modular library has a revised opening date of October 2025. 

Parks / Outdoors 8 May 2025

Love letters to Waiata Reserve

Find out more about Ōrākei Local Board members' latest park pick.

Community 8 May 2025

Manurewa grants boost for community initiatives 

Sports clubs, arts organisations and community groups are among the latest recipients of grant funding from Manurewa Local Board.  

Development 8 May 2025

Northcote: a shining example of smart growth 

Inside a decade, Northcote has become a residential community that exemplifies smart growth, in line with Auckland Council’s long-term vision for Tāmaki Makaurau.

Environment 7 May 2025

Casting the net on coastal challenges

When they aren't the decision-maker on local issues, your board advocates for positive outcomes.

Local Events

23 May 2025 - 28 Nov 2025

Wellsford Writing Group

Come along to Wellsford Writing Group to connect with local writers, share ideas, and work toward...

28 Jun 2025

Aerovista Place Reserve Matariki Planting

Join us in planting rakau alongside this special awa.

28 Jun 2025

Community Planting at Hoteo North Domain, Wellsford

This streamside planting, hosted by Auckland Parks and Hoteo North Reserve and Hall Agricultural...

28 Jun 2025

Ka Mua Ka Muri: Moving Forward with Te Tiriti o Waitangi

Join us as we improve our understanding of this founding document of Aotearoa and consider how we...

28 Jun 2025

Love Your Maunga

Enjoy a Hāngī Dinner alongside Workshops and Entertainment.

28 Jun 2025

Matariki Planting on the Waitahurangi Awa

The native plants we put into the ground will add stability to the stream banks and slow water fl...

28 Jun 2025

Matariki Whānau Day at Arataki Visitor Centre

Enjoy activities related to the nine whetū (stars) of Matariki, join in on whakari and crafts, ha...

28 Jun 2025

Pounamu Rei Niho Tooth Pendant Workshop by Aotearoa Bone and Stone

Join us for an immersive workshop exploring the traditions of rei niho parāoa/tohorā, pendants ma...