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Sports / Leisure 29 Sep 2015

All action at Greville Reserve

The transformation of Forrest Hill’s Greville Reserve into an exciting hub for recreational activities is nearing completion.

Walkways 29 Sep 2015

Beachlands-Maraetai Coastal Walkway wins design award

Franklin’s iconic greenway, the Beachlands-Maraetai Coastal Walkway, has won a Pride of Place 2015 Landscape Architecture Award for outstanding design.

Sports / Leisure 29 Sep 2015

Explore our great outdoors

Get active outdoors and explore the Upper Harbour area’s beautiful parks, scenic coastal reserves and picturesque bush walks.

Community 29 Sep 2015

Fort Takapuna barracks restored

Two very special heritage buildings are now restored and will soon be available for the community to enjoy.

Community 29 Sep 2015

Fostering vibrant communities

Howick Local Board funds community groups to provide transport for seniors, handbooks and programmes for secondary schools and local radio stations.

Plans / Projects 29 Sep 2015

Fostering vibrant communities in the Waitematā area

Waitematā Local Board funds a range of arts programmes that help artists and members of the community. Find out if you are eligible under Auckland Council’s Community Grants Programme.

Transport 29 Sep 2015

New pontoon at Half Moon Bay

Plans are confirmed for a new pontoon and other improvements in the area.

Beaches 29 Sep 2015

New arrivals at Highfield Garden Reserve

New arrivals have given locals and visitors something to bray about.

Events

12 Feb 2026

Poetry Takeover

A vibrant, multi-sensory spoken word experience celebrating Tāmaki Makaurau’s diverse poetry comm...

12 Feb 2026 - 12 Mar 2026

Seniors give it a go

Friendly, fun activities designed for seniors to get active and social.

13 Feb 2026

History of Hip-Hop

This isn’t just a party – it’s a vibrant celebration of New Zealand hip-hop’s rich history, cultu...

13 Feb 2026

Manurewa Rhythms

Expect high-energy performances from rising MC, Idol Essence and the dynamic whānau group Tribe o...

13 Feb 2026 - 15 Feb 2026

Takapuna Beach Cup 2026

The Takapuna Beach Cup is a three-day Aotearoa Waka Ama event that attracts paddlers from across...

14 Feb 2026

AfroFest

Join a free, whānau-friendly celebration of music, dance, food, and fashion from Aotearoa African...

14 Feb 2026

Celestial Love Market

Step into a world of colour, connection & cosmic charm at the Celestial Love Market - a luminous...

14 Feb 2026

Love Where You Live

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