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Educational 20 Sep 2024

Students from across South Auckland take part in a bilingual hiikoi to revive Te Puhinui

Students from across South Auckland take part in a bilingual hiikoi to revive Te Puhinui.

Community 19 Sep 2024

Final funding now in place to refurbish Pukekohe War Memorial Town Hall

The final piece of funding has been in place to allow a major refurbishment project.

Community 19 Sep 2024

Grey Power finds new home

Grey Power Auckland has found a new home after being handed a lease to Mt Albert Senior Citizens Hall, a council-owned community venue.

Community 18 Sep 2024

In solidarity with street vendors: growing the entrepreneurial spirit

Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board’s compassionate backing of street vendors.

Community 18 Sep 2024

Work continues on Franklin transport issues

Work on Awhtiu roads that remain closed by cyclone damage has been scheduled.

Community 17 Sep 2024

Ōtara’s composting champions lead climate action

Sir Edmund Hillary Collegiate Middle School (SEHC) in Ōtara hosted 54 teachers from 13 local schools, all keen to dive into the world of Bokashi composting.

Beaches 17 Sep 2024

20kph limit set for Karioitahi Beach

The days of speeding along Karioitahi Beach are over.

Community 17 Sep 2024

Celebrate the Stars

The 2024 Howick Sports Awards celebrated local athletic talent and honoured the vital roles of coaches, volunteers, and community supporters.

Events

14 Feb 2026 - 28 Mar 2026

Storytime | Wā takinga paki

Tamariki, parents, and caregivers are all welcome to this 30-minute session filled with stories,...

14 Feb 2026 - 09 May 2026

Art Series in Chinese

Designed for art lovers, newcomers, and curious minds alike, these sessions offer insight into ho...

14 Feb 2026 - 12 Dec 2026

Storytime at the Central Library

Come along to our popular Storytimes where librarians, and sometimes, authors or other special gu...

07 Feb 2026 - 28 Feb 2026

Flow With Pride - Vinyasa

Join us for this free, gentle, strength-building series from Te Atatū Peninsula Yoga & Pilates, c...

02 Feb 2026 - 26 Feb 2026

Kotahitanga in Colour

Each workshop focuses on a single rainbow colour, exploring the meaning of the Pride flag, whilst...

17 Jan 2026 - 04 Apr 2026

Toi Tamariki Me Whānau - Free Children's Art Classes

Our Children’s Art Workshops cater for diversity, and provide a joyful and supportive space for y...

10 Jan 2026 - 03 Apr 2026

Hibiscus Coast Genealogy

Unlock the mysteries of your past!

19 Dec 2025 - 14 Feb 2026

Yoga on the lawn

Come join us for an hour of gentle yoga flow, designed to help you feel calm, grounded, and recon...