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Community 28 Feb 2023

Budget moved to community grants

Money allocated to the Lantern Festival, cancelled in the storms, has been made available to community groups.

Community 28 Feb 2023

Cyclone linen drive took on life of its own

When the call went out during Cyclone Gabrielle for linen, Papakura Local Board acting chair Jan Robinson swung into action.

Community 28 Feb 2023

Grants for all ages

Ōrākei Local Grants applications close 17 March, here are some examples of previous successful projects.

Storm 28 Feb 2023

Some regional parks across Tāmaki Makaurau set to reopen

Three out of six regional parks across Auckland closed due to damage are set to reopen from Wednesday 1 March.

Community 27 Feb 2023

Unsung heroes of Puketāpapa

Puketāpapa’s superheroes swung into swift action amid Auckland’s wild weather.

Community 27 Feb 2023

Wading through it together at Riverside

At the Riverside Community Centre shelter, local volunteers and council staff helped provide a safe space and assistance during the cyclone.

Election Topics 24 Feb 2023

Local board welcomes new member following by-election

Results from the Aotea/Great Barrier Local Board by-election confirm Laura Caine as the newest member elected to the board.

Community 24 Feb 2023

More funds found for critical projects

Extra funding has been allocated to advance projects at two popular Howick Local Board local sites.

Events

25 Mar 2023

#Maranga - Rise Up Aotearoa

Come along for live music, food stalls, and fun for the whole whānau

25 Mar 2023

BLACKCAPS v Sri Lanka ODI - Fundraiser Match

It’s our chance to come together to support communities affected by Cyclone Gabrielle and future disasters.

25 Mar 2023

Creepy Crawly Night Time Stream Explore – EcoFest

Bring a flashlight & wear sturdy shoes to explore Creepy Crawlies in Te Toki Reserve.

25 Mar 2023

Crop Swap Meets Rocky Bay – EcoFest

If you have it, please bring something to swap - surplus produce, cut flowers, preserves, jams, seedlings and other garden-related goodies.

25 Mar 2023

Just Eat It - Movie Screening: Avondale

The couple dive into the issue of waste, from farm to retail, all the way to the back of their own fridge.

25 Mar 2023

World of Cultures Day

Come and celebrate the Cultures that make up our Community.

25 Mar 2023 - 26 Mar 2023

Large Scale Eco Drawing

Learn how to prepare your chosen working surfaces, including canvas, recycled cotton sheets and large card off-cuts.

25 Mar 2023 - 26 Mar 2023

Pop-up vintage photography studio

Learn more about this technique and watch as the alchemic process magically makes images appear on the plate.