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Community 13 Dec 2024

Polyfest's 50th celebration goes ahead thanks to Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board

Polyfest will stay in Ōtara for its 50th anniversary, thanks to a $64,500 contribution from the local board.

Community 12 Dec 2024

New facilities grant opens soon for Upper Harbour

Upper Harbour community groups can apply soon for a new facilities grant when applications open 20 January.

Civil Defence / Emergency Management 12 Dec 2024

Adapting for Tomorrow: Waitākere Ranges' Plan to Navigate Emergencies

A new plan is set to empower the Waitākere Ranges community to better prepare for and respond to emergencies.

Civil Defence / Emergency Management 11 Dec 2024

Franklin agrees tool to help in emergencies

A new tool has been put in place to guide emergency responses throughout the Franklin district.

Civil Defence / Emergency Management 11 Dec 2024

Manurewa adopts emergency plan

A new tool to help prepare for emergencies has been put in place in Manurewa.

Community 11 Dec 2024

Papakura gets ready for emergencies

A new tool to help prepare for emergencies has been put in place.

Community 11 Dec 2024

Honda Counties Manukau Sporting Excellence Awards

South Auckland local boards continuously supporting the sporting talent of Manukau City.

Parks / Outdoors 11 Dec 2024

New Māori name in Glen Eden park links astrology and whenua

Te Kakau, formerly known as Sunvue Park, was named by local iwi Te Kawerau ā Maki as the sole name for the park.

Events

20 Jul 2026 - 21 Sep 2026

Japanese Storytime - Albany

Join us and enjoy stories together in a relaxed and friendly environment.

21 Jul 2026

Textile Tuesday's Midwinter Fashion Show

Come and share your own delights or simply sit back and enjoy the parade with dazzling fabrics.

22 Jul 2026 - 25 Jul 2026

Home Made

Five artists, each one exploring their own answer to what home looks, sounds and feels like.

22 Jul 2026 - 23 Sep 2026

Wriggle and Rhyme - Albany

A fun session promoting active movement and brain development for babies and toddlers.

23 Jul 2026 - 02 Aug 2026

Every Kind of Weather

One iconic playwright. Two plays. One unmissable event.

23 Jul 2026 - 24 Sep 2026

Mandarin Storytime - Albany

A warm and engaging programme for children aged under five.

24 Jul 2026 - 25 Sep 2026

Jiggle and Wiggle - Albany

Bring your dancing feet to our preschool session on Friday mornings.

25 Jul 2026

Gently Loved Markets Flea

An indoor garage sale filled with preloved treasures.