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Transport 5 Feb 2025

Pukekohe train a relief for locals

After nearly 3 years of waiting the Pukekohe train service officially resumed this week, making the morning commute much easier for locals.

Transport 4 Feb 2025

Local boards push for Mill Road corridor

Local boards in the south continue to advocate for Mill Road to provide an alternative corridor to the Southern Motorway.

Hauraki Gulf 3 Feb 2025

Designated dog area decisions

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

Community 3 Feb 2025

New footbridge opens in Wellsford

A new footpath and pedestrian bridge enables residents to walk from Rodney Street to Centennial Park without having to cross busy State Highway 1.

Community 3 Feb 2025

Welcome to Ōtara-Papatoetoe

With a strong commitment to inclusivity, the Ōtara-Papatoetoe board has launched a comprehensive Welcoming Plan as part of the Welcoming Communities programme.

Community 31 Jan 2025

Greenhithe park wins international green award

Wainoni Park in the Upper Harbour Local Board area has won the coveted Green Flag award.

Community 31 Jan 2025

Come together: Wesley festival to unite Puketāpapa  

Puketāpapa is one of the most culturally diverse areas in Tāmaki Makaurau, with English the second language for a large number of its residents. 

Youth / Rangatahi 31 Jan 2025

Te Hana playground is on the move

The playground at Te Hana Domain is set for a upgrade.

Events

14 Feb 2026

Love Letters

A casual space to enjoy reading queer love letters aloud & share our thoughts.

14 Feb 2026

Love Where You Live

Join other locals for some free family-friendly fun in the heart of Northcote.

14 Feb 2026

Love Your Plants

Whether you’re wandering the market, curious about natives or have a plant, come have a chat.

14 Feb 2026

Music in Parks Domain Rotunda

Expect a programme full of beautiful, instantly recognisable melodies, all centered around love!

14 Feb 2026

Pride Lecture

The Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki Senior Artist Lecture is an important aspect of the Aucklan...

14 Feb 2026

Pride tote bags

Use our Cricut machine to decorate a Pride tote bag (provided), or your own T shirt, with a rainb...

14 Feb 2026

Proud Voices Memoir Writing Workshop

Join Lil O'Brien for a free memoir writing workshop.

14 Feb 2026

Rainbow parade sign-making

This is a banner/sign making session for anyone who is interested in making your own signs for th...