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Community 17 Feb 2025

Kaipātiki Welcoming Plan adopted

The Kaipātiki local board has taken another proactive step toward welcoming its newest residents with the adoption of the Kaipātiki Welcoming Plan.

Community 17 Feb 2025

Happy Tuk-tuk: go ahead, make my ride

Aroha always, safety first. With its vibrant yellow and purple colours and upbeat karaoke jams, the 'Happy Tuk-tuk' at Ōtara Town Centre is spreading happiness and safety, helping to create a more inviting town centre.

Community 17 Feb 2025

West Auckland RDA facility gallops ahead

The ongoing development of the West Auckland RDA covered riding facility is galloping further ahead thanks to a $512,859 grant from Auckland Council.

Dogs 14 Feb 2025

Unleash your views on proposed dog rules

Dog walking around Tāmaki Makaurau could look different later this year following consultation on the dog policy, bylaw and regional and local park access rules.

Community 13 Feb 2025

Connecting worlds: Diversity Festival 2025

This year’s Diversity Festival, on Saturday 1 March, is set to be an unmissable celebration. Thanks to the Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board, Eke Panuku Development Auckland, and Westfield Manukau.

Parks / Outdoors 13 Feb 2025

Shading the way: Beachlands playground gets cool upgrade

Kahawairahi Drive Reserve Playground is getting some exciting upgrades that will enhance the park experience for everyone, thanks to Franklin Local Board.

Beaches 13 Feb 2025

West coast beach warning after tragic incidents

Visitors to beaches out west are being urged to stay safe.

Community 11 Feb 2025

Whau park gifted dual Māori name

Tiakina was gifted by local iwi Te Kawerau ā Maki, creating the dual name of Tiakina / Sister Rene Shadbolt Park.

Events

24 Jun 2026 - 23 Jul 2026

Terms of Endearment

Using clay and text, the work explores emotional residue, repetition, and the labour of holding w...

27 Jun 2026

Elouan Quartet with Bridget Douglas

Selection of lively and lyrical performances exploring storytelling and folk influences.

27 Jun 2026

Gil Shaham Plays Beethoven

Beethoven’s towering concerto stands in Olympian solitude.

27 Jun 2026 - 15 Aug 2026

Whiria te Tāngata

Join us over the Matariki period for this exhibition, workshops and other activities centred on t...

28 Jun 2026

The Auckland Opera Studio 2026 Opera Gala

An operatic journey rich in emotion and romantic tragedy.

01 Jul 2026

Matariki Kapa Haka performance

A special performance by Pukekohe Intermediate's Kapa Haka group to celebrate Matariki.

07 Jul 2026 - 09 Jul 2026

Matariki Storytime

A great opportunity to encourage an interest in books, while building language and literacy skills.

09 Jul 2026

Waiata Anthems in Concert

Join us for this unique concert collaboration as we come together to celebrate Matariki and honou...