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Heritage 23 Jan 2025

Historic gem gets love from local board

A fascinating piece of Aotearoa’s WWII history will be given new life this year thanks to the Devonport-Takapuna Local Board.

Climate action 23 Jan 2025

Local views will get Papakura climate ready

Local knowledge is being amassed to ensure Papakura is climate ready.

Community 23 Jan 2025

Kennedy Park Stairs to reopen

Auckland beach lovers, dog walkers and fitness fans will once again be able to use the popular Kennedy Park stairs in Castor Bay in time for next summer thanks to the Devonport-Takapuna Local Board.

Community 22 Jan 2025

Councillor says cheers for hotel grant

Kentish Hotel has received a heritage grant.

Community 22 Jan 2025

Albert-Eden Local Board workshops open digitally from February

A number of Tāmaki Makaurau’s 21 local boards already hold open workshops, with Albert-Eden next in line to invite the community to view these workshops online.

Community 22 Jan 2025

Zone changes a win for Franklin

Auckland Transport has reviewed its zone system, cutting the number of zones Franklin commuters travel through on the way to the city, a move that reduces their fares.

Elections 17 Jan 2025

Who’ll be in to win Auckland’s Elections 2025?

Now’s the time to start considering standing in Auckland’s 2025 elections. With summer holidays just around the corner, could a role in Auckland’s leadership be the new year resolution for you?

Educational 17 Jan 2025

Aotea-made podcast sheds light on unique islands

Outside In is a new podcast taking you to island communities around the globe.

Events

15 Mar 2026 - 27 Dec 2026

Crochet Group

Crochet, chat and make friends! Bring your own project or make something new with provided patter...

15 Feb 2026 - 06 Dec 2026

Yoga and Art Immersion

These Hatha yoga classes will include warm-up stretching, building to stronger poses, flow balanc...

08 Feb 2026 - 05 Apr 2026

Page to future

This programme is aimed at fostering connections and building understanding between different age...

04 Jan 2026 - 14 Dec 2026

Sinhala and Sri Lankan culture

Fun, interactive sessions introduce traditions, history, and Sinhala basics.

30 Mar 2026 - 11 Apr 2026

The Ice Cream is Melting!

Sprinkled with aerial acrobatics, contortion, ice cream juggling and more, the siblings work thei...

23 Mar 2026 - 13 Apr 2026

Prenatal Yoga in Te Atatū Peninsula

Join supportive prenatal yoga classes designed to help you feel strong, calm, and connected. You...

09 Mar 2026 - 14 Dec 2026

Te Atatū Art Club

Whether you’re a seasoned artist or just starting out, our welcoming community is here to inspire...

23 Feb 2026 - 30 Nov 2026

Parnell Library Shared Reading Group

Join us to read a short story and poem aloud, and chat about it in a friendly environment, with a...