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Community 17 Feb 2025

Happy Tuk-tuk: go ahead, make my ride

Aroha always, safety first. With its vibrant yellow and purple colours and upbeat karaoke jams, the 'Happy Tuk-tuk' at Ōtara Town Centre is spreading happiness and safety, helping to create a more inviting town centre.

Community 17 Feb 2025

West Auckland RDA facility gallops ahead

The ongoing development of the West Auckland RDA covered riding facility is galloping further ahead thanks to a $512,859 grant from Auckland Council.

Dogs 14 Feb 2025

Unleash your views on proposed dog rules

Dog walking around Tāmaki Makaurau could look different later this year following consultation on the dog policy, bylaw and regional and local park access rules.

Community 13 Feb 2025

Connecting worlds: Diversity Festival 2025

This year’s Diversity Festival, on Saturday 1 March, is set to be an unmissable celebration. Thanks to the Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board, Eke Panuku Development Auckland, and Westfield Manukau.

Parks / Outdoors 13 Feb 2025

Shading the way: Beachlands playground gets cool upgrade

Kahawairahi Drive Reserve Playground is getting some exciting upgrades that will enhance the park experience for everyone, thanks to Franklin Local Board.

Beaches 13 Feb 2025

West coast beach warning after tragic incidents

Visitors to beaches out west are being urged to stay safe.

Community 11 Feb 2025

Whau park gifted dual Māori name

Tiakina was gifted by local iwi Te Kawerau ā Maki, creating the dual name of Tiakina / Sister Rene Shadbolt Park.

Dogs 10 Feb 2025

Paws for thought

Ōrākei residents are being encouraged to give feedback on council’s review of dog policies and bylaws including local dog access rules.

Events

17 Dec 2025

Make Your Own Wooden Christmas Tree - Tamariki event

Create a colourful, eco-friendly wooden Christmas tree from reclaimed offcuts in this fun festive...

17 Dec 2025

Walking with Dinosaurs

We’ll take you on a guided walk to share the secrets and stories of these botanical giant trees.

17 Dec 2025

Women and non-binary artist hui : Craft a puppet creature

Design your own rod puppet creature using fabric and wooden dowels inspired by Sarah Cowie’s pupp...

17 Dec 2025 - 21 Jan 2026

Street Games Design in the Silos

Join us for a FREE game design and playtesting workshop inside Silo 6 down in the Wynyard Quarter.

15 Jan 2025 - 17 Dec 2025

Book Chat

Come and join our Book Chat, share your favourite reads, make friends with other enthusiastic rea...

18 Dec 2025

Christmas String & Nail Art - Tamariki Workshop

Create festive, eco-friendly string and nail art using reclaimed materials in this fun, hands-on...

18 Dec 2025

Courtney Dawson & Janaye Henry

It’s the Christmas comedy gift you didn’t know you needed! 

18 Dec 2025

Jordyn with a Why

Come along to listen to Jordyn with a Why, an artist who draws inspiration from her Māori and Sam...