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Development 28 Feb 2025

A night at the theatre, from one century to another

When the much-adored St James Theatre opens again, it will open to a city centre re-designed and responsive to changing times, a century after the theatre’s 1927 opening.

Community 28 Feb 2025

Laugh, play, celebrate at Ōtāhuhu Family Fun Day

A crowd favourite for Ōtāhuhu and nearby suburbs returns Saturday 15 March.

Community 27 Feb 2025

Grants make a difference in our community

The current Ōrākei Local Grant round closes on 7 March, and the board wants to see your applications!

Community 27 Feb 2025

Massey Station: honouring the Manukau Live Steamers

Choo Choo! Massey Station is a loco-motivated exhibition sparked by the curiosity of a local photographer and made possible thanks to funding from Māngere-Ōtāhuhu Local Board.

Transport 27 Feb 2025

South Lynn crossing to be modified

A raised crossing on South Lynn Road is set to be modified to address impacts on nearby homes, following discussions between residents and Whau Local Board

Community 25 Feb 2025

New electric BBQ’s a hit at leisure centre in Papatoetoe

The two brand-new electric barbeques at the centre have instantly become a crowd favourite, making a visit even more inviting.

Waste 21 Feb 2025

Oriental fruit fly – Birkdale area

Biosecurity New Zealand response: all you need to know council kerbside collections in Birkdale.

Pride Festival 21 Feb 2025

Multi-sensory artwork Waimahara brings Auckland Pride Festival to a reflective close 

On Saturday 1 March the 2025 Auckland Pride Festival will conclude, completing the city’s month-long celebrations in a thoughtful, restful and reflective way.

Events

19 Aug 2026

Watercolour painting workshop

Create a night landscape, featuring elements such as the moon, night sky, and atmospheric light.

20 Aug 2026

Notes on Tāmaki: Mātātā Ensemble in Performance

Dynamic Triptych The Mātātā Ensemble return with a bold and beautifully balanced programme that c...

20 Aug 2026

Spoken Word: Rangatahi Writing Workshop

Unleash your inner wordsmith at our exciting Spoken Word Workshop for ages 12+.

20 Aug 2026

The Blood Says Otherwise: Ruben Miller

Join Ruben Miller, a forensic scientist turned author who spent 22 years working at crime scenes...

20 Aug 2026 - 21 Aug 2026

Autaia

Bringing together nearly 1000 tauira from 10 groups across Tāmaki Makaurau and Waikato for two ni...

21 Aug 2026

Creating a resilient community garden

Join Jiarong Hu for a co-design workshop that examines how we can make urban community gardens mo...

19 Jun 2026 - 18 Dec 2026

Mending Circle

Got a beloved sweater with a pesky moth hole? A favourite pair of jeans with a blowout, or a chil...

20 Mar 2026 - 21 Aug 2026

Death Cafe - Onehunga

A monthly group-led discussion about death with no agenda.