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Community 15 Mar 2024

10 things to look forward to at Splash Landing

See what you and the whānau can get up to at Ōrākei's new festival!

Safety 24 Jan 2024

Hot tips for summer safety

How you can help keep your neighbourhood safe this summer.

Playgrounds 17 Jan 2024

Glad tidings for Gladstone Park playground

A Parnell playground reopened with a crowd just in time for the summer holidays.

Plans / Projects 14 Nov 2023

Ōrākei Local Board adopts its three-year plan

Ōrākei's Local Board Plan sets out what it plans to achieve in the next three years.

Community 8 Nov 2023

Neighbourhood heroes - keeping our streets safe

Community patrols keep an eye on our neighbourhoods

Libraries 16 Aug 2023

Reopening of St Heliers Library in its iconic building

St Heliers Library has reopened in its permanent location following upgrades.

Sports / Leisure 15 Aug 2023

Achieving goals at Michaels Avenue Reserve

Michaels Avenue Reserve in Ellerslie has had some upgrades.

Matariki 3 Aug 2023

Matariki celebrated with waka ama challenge

A waka ama competition took place in Okahu Bay to bring in the Māori new year.

Events

06 Jan 2026 - 14 Apr 2026

Flying Fun

Soar your kites and enjoy a colourful day of flying fun for all ages.

06 Jan 2026 - 14 Apr 2026

Hungerball

Run, score, and laugh with this exciting and fast-paced sports game.

06 Jan 2026 - 14 Apr 2026

Junk Play

Soar your kites and enjoy a colourful day of flying fun for all ages.

06 Jan 2026 - 14 Apr 2026

Wacky Wheels

Ride, roll, and race with fun on wheels for all ages.

05 Jan 2026 - 17 Apr 2026

Pop up Obstacle Course

Test your agility and have fun on a temporary, challenging course

22 Dec 2025 - 02 May 2026

N0ughty Stuff

Engage in hands-on creativity and playful challenges for curious minds.

20 Dec 2025 - 02 May 2026

Giant Stand-up Paddleboarding

Glide across the water and enjoy a guided paddleboarding adventure.

20 Dec 2025 - 02 May 2026

Kayaking

Paddle, explore, and enjoy Auckland’s waterways in guided sessions.