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Parks / Outdoors 11 Jun 2025

An urban adventure in Kepa Bush

Ōrākei Local Board deputy chair Sarah Powrie shares about her favourite green space.

Community 11 Jun 2025

Maungakiekie-Tāmaki Local Board reduces Onehunga Business Improvement District targeted rate

The targeted rate for the Onehunga Business Improvement District (BID) has been reduced from $1,000,000 to $410,000. 

Community 11 Jun 2025

Lagoon Edge Reserve upgrades underway from June

Panmure’s Lagoon Edge is set for a glow-up with an upgrade that celebrates the cultural and historical significance of area.  

Community 11 Jun 2025

Wonderful Waiapu Precinct construction commences in June

Onehunga’s town centre is set to become better-connected and more vibrant with the construction of the Waiapu Precinct from June. 

Community 11 Jun 2025

New community garden grows connection and climate action in Wesley

A vibrant new community garden has taken root in Puketāpapa, unlocking faith, food, and fellowship in the heart of Wesley.

Development 10 Jun 2025

Northcote: a shining example of smart growth 

Inside a decade, Northcote has become a residential community that exemplifies smart growth, in line with Auckland Council’s long-term vision for Tāmaki Makaurau.

Community 10 Jun 2025

Celebrating Autism in Every Shade

Every Colour, every kid, every story. It was Sensory Fun Day at Ōtara Library on 29 April - part of Autism Awareness Month.

Community 10 Jun 2025

Annalong Park playground upgraded

Annalong Park playground in Dannemora is open and ready to enjoy!

Events

31 Jul 2025

One in three: Are you ready to beat NZ’s biggest killer?

Join Trent Lash from Heartbeats for a myth-busting, potentially life-saving talk on NZ’s silent h...

31 Jul 2025

Painting event: Mystic woods

Everything is provided for you to enjoy your evening and leave with a gorgeous acrylic painting y...

31 Jul 2025

Spanish Rhythms

Your Spanish adventure starts here!

31 Jul 2025 - 10 Aug 2025

Chicago the Musical

The fully-professional cast will feature international and New Zealand singers, dancers and actor...

31 Jul 2025 - 27 Nov 2025

Highwic Up Close House Tour

Join us on the last Thursday of each month for a guided tour of Highwic to get up close and learn...

02 May 2025 - 05 Dec 2025

Shared Reading

Be part of a friendly and relaxed session.

07 Feb 2025 - 05 Dec 2025

Read together over a cuppa

Join our friendly group reading stories aloud.

02 Aug 2025 - 09 Aug 2025

Flax Weaving

Come and begin your harakeke journey! Learn tikanga connected to harvesting, preparing and treati...