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Pools 1 Oct 2024

Take a deep breath, West Wave’s ‘lungs’ get an upgrade

A major upgrade is happening behind the scenes at West Wave.

Community 30 Sep 2024

Vote for Eco-Friendly Artwork by South and East Auckland tamariki

South and East Auckland kindergartens and primary schools have created art around the theme: Act Local – What's in Your Backyard? Help them shine by casting your vote.

Workshops 30 Sep 2024

Whau Local Board opens workshops to public

Whau Local Board’s workshops will be open to the public from November.

Youth / Rangatahi 27 Sep 2024

Young artists green message on show

Beautification Trust’s annual Eye on Nature children’s environmental education programme is sponsored by Auckland Council and the southern local boards.

Community 26 Sep 2024

Super-sizing speeds up roadworks

A Manurewa accident blackspot is getting 'super-sized' treatment.

Community 25 Sep 2024

Papakura locals get ready for a crisis

Papakura locals are getting ready to respond to an emergency at street level.

Community 25 Sep 2024

South Auckland talent dominates at SUSO

Our local winners truly know how to Stand Up and Stand Out.

Pools 24 Sep 2024

Decision on Olympic Pool lease made

Waitematā Local Board has agreed to the extension of Olympic Pool and Fitness Limited's (OPFL) lease to manage the Olympic Pool and Fitness Centre in Newmarket until November 2034, subject to statutory processes.

Events

09 Feb 2026 - 14 Dec 2026

Sunflower Social Art Club

Bring your favourite art project and supplies and work alongside others in a friendly social group.

02 Feb 2026 - 17 Dec 2029

Community singing

Join us to sing songs you know and love in a friendly, supportive setting.

12 Jan 2026 - 14 Dec 2026

Shore Knitters

Join this friendly group to connect with others, make friends and work on your knitting in a shar...

14 Apr 2026

3D Studio: Design & Animation

Join the Brain Play team for this hands-on 3D Design Workshop at Onehunga Library.

14 Apr 2026

Discover Lyford Reserve

Discover how this special reserve protects our community from floods and supports local wildlife.

14 Apr 2026

Leaf art for kids

Drop in for this free, fun kids art activity where kids will explore many leaf shapes and vein fo...

14 Apr 2026 - 19 Apr 2026

The Worm

A little worm goes on an epic adventure! Can one tiny worm wriggle his way past dastardly critter...

10 Mar 2026 - 08 Dec 2026

Shared Reading at Little Leys

Join our librarians for a relaxed shared reading session.