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Beaches 31 Jan 2017

Beach ambassador programme returns to Waiheke Island

Waiheke locals have been acting as beach ambassadors on the island’s most popular beaches this summer.

14-24 year olds 31 Jan 2017

Glenfield youth centre now open

A Kaipātiki Local Board initiative to create the first youth-focused facility in Glenfield is now a reality.

Walkways 31 Jan 2017

Gem of the month: Beachlands-Maraetai walkway

Highlights include the beautiful east coast beaches of Maraetai, Te Pene and Ōmana Esplanade Reserve.

Transport 31 Jan 2017

Auckland Council to submit on East West Link

On 16 December 2016, the NZ Transport Agency lodged applications for the resource consents required for the East West Link project.

Cycling 31 Jan 2017

Growing greenways in Devonport-Takapuna

Late last year, Devonport-Takapuna Local Board approved funding for two local walking and cycling connections.

Environment 31 Jan 2017

Ngā kiwi o Kohukohunui – Returning kiwi to the Hunua Ranges

An intensive pest-control operation in the Hunua Ranges in 2015 has paid off, allowing kiwi to be reintroduced to the forest.

14-24 year olds 31 Jan 2017

Playground review: Award-winning Olympic Park

Olympic Park is a state-of-the-art playground that has been awarded the Outstanding Park Award by the New Zealand Recreation Association.

Sports / Leisure 31 Jan 2017

Explore the northern Waitematā Harbour

Upper Harbour Local Board is encouraging residents to explore their blue backyard this summer.

Events

23 May 2024

Community Dinner | Africa Month 2024

Come join us for a delightful evening celebrating Africa Month 2024 at the Ellen Melville Centre!

23 May 2024

Free beginner's line dance class

Have a go at line dancing with this free evening session which is a fun and social beginners’ cla...

23 May 2024

Ranger guided walk - Dingle Del, St Helliers

Learn about the fascinating native flora and fauna that live in the forest and stream and importa...

23 May 2024

The New Zealand Herald Premier Series: Totally Trumpet

Stunning Norwegian trumpet phenomenon Tine Thing Helseth joins the Auckland Philharmonia for the...

22 Feb 2024 - 28 Nov 2024

Leys Institute Library Bookchat

Come along to chat about books you've enjoyed and discover your next favourite read.

01 Jan 2024 - 31 Dec 2024

Kumeu Book Club

We have a creative relationship with the books we read, meaning no two people read a book in the...

25 May 2024

Bevis England performance

Bevis will bring his unique approach to a programme of songs and instrumentals from a variety of...

25 May 2024

Ka Mua Ka Muri Live

Join us for a live 'Ka Mua Ka Muri' event at Kāhui St David's Church featuring emerging artists f...