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Community 5 Jul 2024

$28 million invested into Maungakiekie-Tāmaki

This investment supports Maungakiekie-Tāmaki Local Board’s goals outlined in its 2023 plan, which prioritises local outcomes and aligns with the Auckland Plan.

Civil Defence / Emergency Management 4 Jul 2024

Waiheke emergency volunteers get a hand from the board

Waiheke volunteer groups have received a financial boost from the local board to help prepare the island for future emergencies.

Community 4 Jul 2024

Howick steps up in the battle against crime

The Howick Local Board has allocated its share of the Crime Prevention Safety Initiatives fund to several partner organisations, to address specific safety concerns in the area.

Community 3 Jul 2024

Transport equity that matters for Ōtara-Papatoetoe

Reflecting strong local feedback, Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board has urged Auckland Transport (AT) to support local board transport priorities for local investment.

Community 1 Jul 2024

Finalist announced in the 18th Estuary Art and Ecology Awards 2024

Recognised nationally as Aotearoa’s only art award dedicated to ecological themes, the annual Estuary Art and Ecological Awards is proudly funded by the Howick Local Board.

Arts 1 Jul 2024

Waimahara ‘sings’ with you in light and sound - a first for public art

Waimahara is the first of its kind; unique to Tāmaki Makaurau and unique in the world. If you sing a special waiata the artwork listens and responds, accompanying you with an awe-inspiring display of light and sound.

Community 27 Jun 2024

Exciting spaces and improved places

Waitematā Local Board shares what they have achieved for (and with) the community.

Plans / Projects 27 Jun 2024

Local board wants cleaner water and faster trips

Consultation feedback has seen moves to improve water quality included in the board's plans.

Events

15 Aug 2025 - 21 Aug 2026

Friday Night Board Games

Join us at Central Library for board games, fun, and friendly competition!

14 Feb 2026

2026 Chinese New Year Festival & Market Day

A vibrant, free celebration of cultural performances, lion dancing, over 200 market stalls, famil...

14 Feb 2026

AfroFest

Join a free, whānau-friendly celebration of music, dance, food, and fashion from Aotearoa African...

14 Feb 2026

An Ode to Queer Joy

  Queer joy is a deeply relational experience for many of us, and is amplified through our c...

14 Feb 2026

And they call it puppy love

This Valentine’s Day, let puppy love steal your heart. Join us for a special dog adoption event f...

14 Feb 2026

Celestial Love Market

Step into a world of colour, connection & cosmic charm at the Celestial Love Market - a luminous...

14 Feb 2026

Chinese Paper-Cutting

One pair of scissors bringing two cultures together on a single sheet of paper.

14 Feb 2026

Dhyana Chinese Tea Ceremony

Come along and celebrate Year of the Horse 2026.