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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...

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.

Community 2 Jun 2016

Riding bringing smiles to faces

Learn how a community grant has helped one organisation improve community well being.

Development 2 Jun 2016

A suitably skewed solution

Ever wondered why 135 Albert Street is at such an odd angle to the road?

Community 1 Jun 2016

Ōrākei awards recognise the good sorts

The Ōrākei Local Board is seeking nominations for its Community Volunteer Recognition Awards 2016.

Events

16 Nov 2025

A Celtic Christmas by a taste of Ireland

laugh, sing, and be enchanted by A Celtic Christmas spectacle!

16 Nov 2025

Book Bathing

Take a seat in our space, pop on a headset (provided), and relax!

16 Nov 2025

LIVE Day: Rail

This LIVE DAY will be filled with history, excitement and plenty of trains.

16 Nov 2025

Spring Flowers - Pollinators and Companions for Garden Health

Get hands-on and learn techniques for propagation of flowering plants.

16 Nov 2025

Weeding Bee

Bring your family and friends for some nature activities!

16 Nov 2025 - 20 Nov 2025

Te Ao Pūtahi Festival

Bring the tamariki on Sunday for Te Ao Tamariki – full of activities just for our little ones. Ku...

15 Nov 2025 - 16 Nov 2025

Clevedon Show

Live music, horse trials, rural sport and shows, motorcycle dare devilry, carnival rides, friendl...

15 Nov 2025 - 16 Nov 2025

Community Quilts for Charity

Using clean, donated cotton fabric we will practice the craft of sashiko to stitch shapes onto pa...