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Heritage 13 Jun 2018

Heritage grant helps Minniesdale House

Minniesdale House has been awarded funding to help protect its future.

Youth / Rangatahi 13 Jun 2018

Recognising our youth

18 young people aged 12 to 24 received awards for their mahi (work), leadership and talent.

Youth / Rangatahi 12 Jun 2018

Workshops aim to empower young women

Teenage girls in Ōtara and Papatoetoe have the opportunity to upskill their skateboarding abilities thanks to a new workshop in their area.

Mayor 12 Jun 2018

Auckland Mayor Phil Goff in award-winning photo

Councillor Casey won first prize in the Tiritiri Matangi Island Photographic Competition with a picture of Mayor Phil Goff.

Youth / Rangatahi 11 Jun 2018

New venture inspiring Papakura's creative talents

Giving creative talents a place to be inspired and create is the focus of The Corner – a new initiative in the heart of Papakura.

Community 8 Jun 2018

New public space at the Viaduct

A dining table almost twice the length of a cricket pitch will feature in a newly opened public space on Auckland’s waterfront.

Youth / Rangatahi 8 Jun 2018

Expo aims to equip Franklin’s school leavers

Career advisors give their top tips for school leavers.

Heritage 7 Jun 2018

Heritage grants welcomed

Two Category B historic heritage places have been awarded funding to help protect their futures.

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02 Dec 2025 - 17 Jun 2026

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Join us for this insightful and humorous session tailored for parents looking to make sustainable...

18 Nov 2025 - 30 Jun 2026

Whānau Friendly Exercise Class

Join Matavaine on Tuesdays for a free energising exercise.

21 Oct 2025 - 31 Dec 2026

Wāhi Kōrero

Come and join us at Rānui Library to learn and practise Te Reo Māori through kēmu (games) an...

07 Oct 2025 - 30 Jun 2026

Good friends group

Join us over a cuppa every Tuesday morning for our friendly Good Friends Group.

03 Dec 2024 - 15 Dec 2026

Wriggle & Rhyme - Avondale Library

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

22 Apr 2026

Cleantech Expo

The Cleantech Expo is a free event designed for industry adopters, investors and procurement team...

22 Apr 2026

Giant Worms: The Hidden Giants Beneath Our Feet

Join us for a fascinating talk.

22 Apr 2026

Seasonal produce workshop

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