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Community 24 Mar 2025

The Albert-Eden & Puketāpapa Eco Festival is here from April

A three-week celebration of sustainable living gets underway from April 7, with a number of free and engaging events to attend.

Community 24 Mar 2025

Celebrating Culture Pop-Up in Howick

The Howick Local Board invites you to dive into a world of creativity and culture at the Celebrating Cultures Pop-Up at Ormiston Town Centre, from 15 to 30 March.

Transport 24 Mar 2025

New roundabout to support growth

A new single-lane roundabout is being built on State highway 22 on Paerata Road between Pukekohe and Paerata Rise.

Community 24 Mar 2025

You can go your own way with Wayfynders

There are many ways of connecting with our youth – but what better way to engage with our rangatahi than by having youth directly do this themselves.

Community 24 Mar 2025

Who’s the Moth to Beat?

Howick are you ready for another outstanding year for the Pest Free Howick Ward (PFHW) Moth Plant Pod Competition 2025...but, things are a little different this year!

Community 24 Mar 2025

A cultural movement

The people, the culture – showcasing everything that makes our Southside shine.

Environment 24 Mar 2025

Nominations open: Manurewa Community Volunteer Awards

Nominations are now open for the 2025 Manurewa Community Volunteer Awards, which showcase the work of individuals and organisations that serve their community.  

Have your say 21 Mar 2025

Annual Plan: How West Auckland Local Boards are shaping your community

Out west, the Henderson-Massey, Waitākere Ranges and Whau Local Boards are shaping plans that will influence everything from community services to environmental initiatives.

Events

15 Mar 2026 - 19 Apr 2026

Barefoot Bowls Afternoons

Looking for somewhere to chill out on a stunning Sunday afternoon? Barefoot Bowls with music and...

08 Mar 2026 - 17 May 2026

Death Cafe

Enjoy a group-directed, confidential discussion about death with no agenda, objectives or themes.

16 Feb 2025 - 23 Dec 2029

Dementia friendly Sunday

Come for a cuppa and a chat in a safe friendly space.

13 Apr 2026

Decorating Atar Pots

Paint and decorate a clay pot to celebrate Thingyan, Myanmar New Year. 

13 Apr 2026

Kath Bee author & entertainer

Come and join Kath Bee for an interactive fun event that will leave you with a smile on your face...

13 Apr 2026 - 14 Apr 2026

Easter Creatures & Monster Mug Mayhem

Design your own Creature Feature Mug this Easter holidays!

13 Apr 2026 - 14 Apr 2026

Easter creatures and monster mug mayhem

Design your own Creature Feature Mug this Easter holidays!

13 Apr 2026 - 14 Apr 2026

Free performance and workshops

Come along for two days of fun and frivolity in the school holidays.