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Environment 24 Jun 2016

Helensville couple NZ's top farmers

Richard and Dianne Kidd of Helensville were announced the winners of the Ballance Farm Environment Awards at the 2016 National Sustainability Showcase.

Beaches 22 Jun 2016

Greenlight for Ōrewa seawall design

Auckland Council is going to seek consent to build a permanent seawall at the northern end of Ōrewa Beach.

Heritage 20 Jun 2016

Walkway through Papakura’s history

Images of Papakura’s past will be a feature of a new covered walkway connecting the town centre and train station.

Environment 20 Jun 2016

Whitebait not as you know it - A rare find in Piha Stream

Giant Kōkopu were found during a survey organised by scientists from Auckland Council’s Biodiversity Team, NIWA and Auckland Zoo. Short jawed kokopu, another species with just a handful of populations in Auckland, were discovered in a neighbouring...

Parks / Outdoors 17 Jun 2016

Birkenhead’s new BMX Pump Track

Last Sunday, Kaipatiki Local Board celebrated the opening its new BMX pump track at Birkenhead War Memorial Park.

16 Jun 2016

Game-changing study of Manukau Harbour

Manukau Harbour’s ecological health will be put under a scientifically-backed microscope for the first time in a complex hydrodynamic study commissioned by council-controlled organisation Watercare.

Community 16 Jun 2016

Sounds of hope from homeless

An Auckland band has helped bring life-changing outcomes for its homeless members.

Environment 14 Jun 2016

Mauri o te Moana Award winners announced

Three environmental leaders with a deep commitment to the wellbeing of the Manukau Harbour are recipients of the first Mauri o to Moana Awards.

Events

24 Nov 2023 - 03 Mar 2024

Portage Ceramic Awards Exhibition 2023

Te Uru is delighted to present the Portage Ceramic Awards Exhibition 2023.

22 Nov 2023 - 29 Jan 2024

The annual Cash and Carry under $500 Art Sale

Come down and collect some gorgeous art from local artists.

22 Nov 2023 - 10 Feb 2024

Exhibition: 'where day and night shall meet and not be one'

Elise’s Ārai's paintings provide a window into a different world and speak to notions of home.

18 Nov 2023 - 02 Dec 2023

Calendar Girls

The play follows the experiences of six of the calendar girls, exploring their different motivati...

18 Nov 2023 - 02 Dec 2023

Shrek The Musical

Shrek The Musical is the tale of an unlikely hero who finds himself on a life-changing journey al...

18 Nov 2023 - 16 Dec 2023

E-Bike Experience

This session introduces you to e-bikes and takes you on a guided ride on shared paths.

18 Nov 2023 - 17 Dec 2023

Adults Bronze Bike Skills

If you’re new to riding or haven't been on a bike for a while, this relaxed, practical session is...

18 Nov 2023 - 17 Dec 2023

Kids learn to ride

Help your kids learn to bike or improve their skills at our free drop-in sessions.