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Ōrākei Ward

Ōrākei Ward News

Environment 9 Sep 2021

Major water quality infrastructure project completed ahead of swim season

Aucklanders can now enjoy the benefits of better water quality with the completion of the Ōkahu Bay stormwater network separation project. The project, to separate stormwater from wastewater pipes, will directly improve the water quality in Ōkahu...

Environment 12 Aug 2021

Tree protection grants allow for growth

For some property owners, having a significant tree on their grounds may seem a blessing, for others it can be a struggle to care for, especially if the tree is very large, very old or protected.

Community 29 Jul 2021

Vote to help showcase Ōrākei’s best in business

The Ōrākei Local Board Business Awards 2021 offer a chance for locals to show their love by voting for those they consider the best in the area.

Community 26 Jul 2021

Local parks come alive in Ōrākei

Activating local green spaces and parks in the Ōrākei Local Board area.

Environment 5 Jul 2021

Planting season all go in the Eastern Bays

Planting season in Auckland happens twice a year, and one of those falls around New Zealand’s Arbour Day – 5 June – an opportunity which Ōrākei Local Board relishes.

Environment 17 Jun 2021

Ōrākei environmental warriors tackle moth plant

Nearly 5000 moth plant pods, as well as countless moth plant seedlings, were collected recently as part of a coordinated school competition aimed at reducing the effects of pest plants on the environment.

29 Apr 2021

Change of roles within Ōrākei Local Board

The role of Deputy Chair on the Ōrākei Local Board changed on 28 April 2021, to share the role between Sarah Powrie and Troy Elliott.

19 Mar 2021

Still time to have your say on the Recovery Budget

Aucklanders are being reminded that it is not too late to have a say in the Auckland Council Recovery Budget, with five days remaining until feedback is closed on 22 March 2021.

Ōrākei Ward Events

04 Apr 2025

Multilingual storytime

A special Multilingual storytime for tamariki and their whānau.

07 Mar 2025 - 12 Dec 2025

Creative Kids Club

Join our Creative Kids Club and have fun doing crafts, drama and book-inspired activities!

14 Dec 2024 - 27 Apr 2025

Bloodsuckers: Legends to Leeches

Discover facts about your own blood, and how it sustains life not just for you - but also for the...

05 Apr 2025

French market

Whether you're a Francophile, a food lover, or just seeking a delightful weekend outing, our mark...

06 Apr 2025 - 28 Apr 2025

Composting workshops

Come and discover how easy it is to turn your waste into fertiliser!!

23 Mar 2025 - 21 Dec 2025

Crochet Group

Join us for a fun afternoon of crochet, where you can work on your own project and make friends w...

17 Mar 2025 - 15 Dec 2025

Plunket Meadowbank Playgroup

Join us on Monday mornings for some fun, friendship, support, and child-led play.

11 Mar 2025 - 16 Dec 2025

Plunket Russian Playgroup

Come along and connect with other Russian speaking families with children 0 to 5.