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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.

Community 24 Feb 2023

Masterplan for Centre Park put in place

A masterplan to guide development of Centre Park in Māngere has been adopted.

23 Feb 2023

Local grant helps charity glam up the guys

Fix Up Look Sharp is an Onehunga-based charity that provides free styling service for male-identified people looking to sharpen up their appearance for that all-important job interview or meeting.

14-24 year olds 23 Feb 2023

Boards call for civics education in schools

Poor voter turnout at elections is a concern for local bodies in the south.

Events

15 Apr 2023

Hand Building Clay

We will use simple techniques to create unique and exciting surfaces for your special space.

15 Apr 2023

Healing with Creativity

We can understand what grief is and the process of healing through short talks and rock painting activities.

15 Apr 2023

Movies at the Beach

Huddle up under a gorgeous autumn sky to enjoy movies on the giant screen in a magical seaside setting.

15 Apr 2023

Oneroa Rat Trial Walk with Te Korowai o Waiheke - EcoFest

The walk will start at Alison Park and finish at Little Oneroa and is suitable for all fitness and age levels.

15 Apr 2023

Painting Florals with Gold Leaf

Learn how to use gold leaf to add dazzling effects to your floral paintings.

15 Apr 2023

Pest Plant Roadshow

Come along to chat about how to identify invasive weeds, best practices for keeping kauri safe while caring for the bush.

15 Apr 2023

Rongoā Rākau Plant Propagation

Learn about propagating and growing some of our common Rongoā Rākau/Māori medicinal plants at the EcoMatters community nursery.

15 Apr 2023

T-Shirt Transformers Workshop

Learn to make a reusable bag from an old t-shirt.