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Community 18 Nov 2024

Sun’s out and fun’s out

Outdoor adventures in South and East Auckland just got a whole lot more exciting this summer.

Community 18 Nov 2024

Shaping the future of playgrounds

Howick Local Board is encouraging the East Auckland community to have their say now until 9 February 2025, on how to improve more than 70 play spaces, for all ages and abilities.

Community 15 Nov 2024

Bike Hub No 14 gets Manurewa rolling

Auckland transport has added the final bike hub to its Auckland network, the Beautification Trust's Dalgety Road site in Manurewa.

Parks / Outdoors 14 Nov 2024

Have your say – new play spaces on the way for Waitākere Ranges

Two local playgrounds and reserves in the Waitākere Ranges area are due for upgrades.

Community 13 Nov 2024

Why dog safety education matters in schools

Every year, hundreds of people need medical care for dog attacks in Auckland, leading Auckland Council to unleash a new animal management team to deal with roaming dogs.

Community 13 Nov 2024

Big things happening in bustling Ōtāhuhu

Ōtāhuhu is vibrant with activity, fuelled by the support of the Māngere-Ōtāhuhu Local Board’s grants for an array of community events.

Community 13 Nov 2024

Youth in South Auckland win award for waste saving efforts

1.5tonnes of waste saved from landfills thanks to The Food Hub gang - in Papatoetoe, a great example of locals having the solutions for their community.

14-24 year olds 12 Nov 2024

Live cultural performances landing at Rocket Park

Albert-Eden Schools' Cultural Festival is a popular event where thousands of students from across the local board area gather to showcase an array of performances in front of whānau, friends, peers and community.