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Community 29 Apr 2025

Local Board leads the way with fresh Pacific perspective 

The first Pan-Pacific Strategy for Manurewa is being created to strengthen Pacific voices in local politics and decision-making.

Community 29 Apr 2025

Raising up Whau’s youth

A group of young leaders in Whau is making a big impact.

Community 28 Apr 2025

Māngere East Culture Festival brings the fun, flavour, and spirit

The streets of Massey in Māngere East came alive with vibrant colours, joyful singing, beautiful performances, a showcase of rangatahi (youth) entrepreneurial brilliance, and a wave of community aroha at the Māngere East Cultural Festival.

Community 28 Apr 2025

Harvest and Heritage

Vaisakhi Mela is a vibrant celebration of the Indian harvest season, deeply rooted in Sikh culture. It marks a time of abundance, gratitude, and community as farmers share the fruits of their labour.

Environment 24 Apr 2025

Restoring Āwhitu a community effort

Āwhitu Landcare is a community-led organisation that has been quietly working to restore and protect the natural environment of the Awhitu Peninsula for over 30 years.  

Environment 23 Apr 2025

Knowledge sharing and practical solutions to feature at Love our Harbour: Manukau Harbour Symposium

Mana Whenua, government, scientists, community groups and all who care about Te Manukanuka o Hoturoa, the Manukau Harbour, are invited to join in a full day conference on Saturday 31 May 2025

Playgrounds 17 Apr 2025

Game on at Medlands

Medlands Beach Playground Reserve has some exciting new features with more to come!

Local Events

21 Jun 2025 - 22 Jun 2025

Te Hanga Waka: Crafting a waka

Join Percy Vos, for a unique opportunity to witness the carving of a waka in real time.

21 Jun 2025 - 05 Jul 2025

Whakamahere ki te wai – A charting of our freshwater ways in central Auckland

Explore the history of waterways in the city via stops at central hub locations, and end your jou...

21 Jun 2025 - 12 Jul 2025

Taniwha besties ride or die

The exhibition showcases both cherished pieces from the past and new creations to welcome the arr...

21 Jun 2025 - 12 Jul 2025

Tūhono

Tūhono (to join, connect, bond) is a vibrant new light addition to the City Centre’s Matariki cel...

21 Jun 2025 - 13 Jul 2025

Miki Rapu Waiata: Taonga

An eye-catching installation in Te Komititanga Plaza will alert passersby to Miki Rapu Waiata: Ta...

21 Jun 2025 - 13 Jul 2025

Whai

As an evolving annual series, Whai continues to grow and transform, creating a shared experience...

21 Jun 2025 - 17 Jul 2025

Natanahira Pona – Solo Exhibition

This exhibition aligns with Matariki themes of remembrance and renewal, offering the public a fre...

21 Jun 2025 - 17 Jul 2025

Ngā Hua o Te Ara – Raranga Weaving Exhibition, curated by Louise Davis

This exhibition reflects the unity and renewal central to Matariki, offering a free opportunity f...