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Community 12 Sep 2024

Scouting out grant funding

Ōrākei Sea Scouts welcomes 100 boys and girls to its base on the edge of Ōrākei Basin every week to take part in sailing and rowing in the summer, and land-based skills in the colder months.

Community 12 Sep 2024

A fresh new chapter for $1.9m Ōtāhuhu’s Te Taahuhu / Criterion Square

In the heart of Ōtāhuhu, Te Taahuhu / Criterion Square has been reborn. Thanks to Māngere-Ōtāhuhu Local Board committing $1.9 million to the project, with the support of Ōtāhuhu Business Association and Mana Whenua.

Community 12 Sep 2024

Records broken at West Auckland citizenship ceremony

Records have been broken with the first citizenship ceremony held at Trusts Arena attended by around 900 people.  

Community 11 Sep 2024

Matt's Manurewa movie magic

Manurewa Local Board chair Matt Winiata has turned to video to reach out to young people.

Community 11 Sep 2024

United for a Safer Hunters Corner

After a surge in violent incidents, Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board and Indian Retailers' Association appeal to Mayor and Governing Body for enhanced security at Hunters Corner.

Community 10 Sep 2024

Community on the beat

From mums to business owners – community patrols consist of committed local residents from all different walks of life.

Community 6 Sep 2024

Partnerships will help community groups

More than 20 community organisations will work alongside the Franklin Local Board on projects across the district.

Akl Paths 6 Sep 2024

Board backs Pahurehure islands recognition

Papakura Local Board has supported a plan change to recognise the relationship mana whenua have with sites.

Events

12 Mar 2025 - 17 Dec 2025

Plunket Japanese Playgroup

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

19 Feb 2025 - 17 Dec 2025

Digital Seniors free tech help for seniors at Whangaparāoa Library

Come along for free one-on-one help to learn how to do what you'd like to do with your phone, lap...

05 Feb 2025 - 20 Dec 2025

Digital Seniors free tech help for older people at Glenfield Library

Are you a senior who would like some help with your digital device?

05 Feb 2025 - 20 Dec 2025

Wā Pēpē : Babytime at Glenfield Library

Join us for singing, rhymes and movement in a nurturing environment for you and your babies under...

29 Jan 2025 - 16 Dec 2026

Rhyme Time with Stories at Avondale Library

Join our rhyme time sessions with stories, songs, and movements.

15 Jan 2025 - 17 Dec 2025

Book Chat

Come and join our Book Chat, share your favourite reads, make friends with other enthusiastic rea...

13 Jan 2025 - 31 Dec 2025

Hibiscus Coast Genealogy

The Hibiscus Coast Branch of NZ Society of Genealogists can help you unlock the mysteries of your...

18 Dec 2025

Christmas String & Nail Art - Tamariki Workshop

Create festive, eco-friendly string and nail art using reclaimed materials in this fun, hands-on...