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Food / Drink 15 Sep 2016

Fruit trees for Howick schools

Schools in the Howick Local Board area will be putting their green thumbs to the test for the sake of good health.

Community 15 Sep 2016

Marae zero waste initiative blossoms

A waste reduction programme is well on the way to creating centres of excellence in zero waste across Tamaki Makaurau (Auckland).

Sports / Leisure 8 Sep 2016

WATCH: Cameron Leslie prepares for Paralympics at West Wave

Paralympic swimmer Cameron Leslie has been making the most of the training facilities at West Wave Pools and Leisure before heading to Rio in pursuit of a third gold medal.

Plans / Projects 8 Sep 2016

More people walking on K’ Road

A survey by Auckland Transport (AT) shows an increasing number of pedestrians using Karangahape Road.

Arts 7 Sep 2016

Kererū watches over Papakura treasures in new mural

The native kererū or wood pigeon proudly adorns the Papakura Art Gallery in a new mural by artists Charles and Janine Williams.

Libraries 7 Sep 2016

Loving Whangaparāoa Library’s new look

The recent upgrade at Whangaparāoa Library has got a big thumbs up from customers of all ages.

Development 6 Sep 2016

'Interesting exercise' to remove massive glass louvres

Sixty-four glass louvres have been removed from the southeastern corner of the Britomart Transport Centre Glasshouse.

Cycling 6 Sep 2016

New Māngere cycling and walking paths

Children from Nga Iwi Primary School were among the first to use new walking and cycling paths in Māngere.

Events

14 Mar 2026

Movies in Parks: Moana 2

After receiving an unexpected call from her wayfinding ancestors, Moana must journey to the far s...

14 Mar 2026 - 28 Mar 2026

Intergenerational life writing workshops

The stories you will hear from other people will open your mind and give you things to contemplat...

14 Mar 2026 - 06 Jun 2026

N0ughty Box

Discover playful surprises and creative fun with the Noughty Box.

15 Mar 2026 - 28 Mar 2026

Seasonal fridge pickle workshop

Bring along any veggies you have access to, plus clean jars with lids and you’ll go home with pre...

21 Mar 2026

Movies in Parks: Bookworm

11-year-old Mildred's world is turned upside down when her estranged father, the washed-up magici...

21 Mar 2026 - 19 Apr 2026

Albert-Eden & Puketāpapa Eco Festival 2026

Meet your neighbours and discuss what local solutions to climate change we can take together, for...

28 Mar 2026

Illuminate Market 2026

Bring your whānau and friends along to this joyful community event featuring market stalls, delic...

16 Sep 2025 - 31 Mar 2026

The Valentina

A family friendly adventure for anyone who’s looked to the stars and imagined the cosmos.