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Community 11 Apr 2023

West Auckland festivals get funding

West Auckland performing arts venues have been awarded funding for their annual festivals through Auckland Council’s Regional Event Grants Programme.

Parks / Outdoors 3 Apr 2023

Future planning underway for Waitipu

A plan to inform and guide future development for recreation and experiences at Waitipu in the Waitākere Valley has been adopted by Waitākere Ranges Local Board.

Development 3 Apr 2023

Catherine Plaza upgrade a boost for Henderson town centre

Henderson residents are being asked for their feedback on the upgrade to Catherine Plaza. The aim is to refresh Catherine Plaza into a safe and inviting area and to encourage the community and visitors to spend more time there.

Jon Turner has returned as Manukau Harbour Forum chair.
Community 22 Mar 2023

Turner returns to Manukau Harbour Forum

Experienced Manukau Harbour guardians Jon Turner and Alan Cole have been returned as chair and deputy of Auckland Council’s Manukau Harbour Forum.

20 Mar 2023

Calls for audit of infrastructure following storm devastation

Auckland’s infrastructure requires an urgent audit to assess its ability to cope with extreme weather events in the context of climate change and increased intensification, according to Waitākere Ranges Local Board.

Community 16 Mar 2023

Chill Zone at Come Fly a Kite makes event more welcoming to all kids

If your child feels overwhelmed by big crowds or loud noises, don't let it stop you from bringing them to the popular annual Come Fly a Kite event in Te Atatu Peninsula.

Parks / Outdoors 6 Mar 2023

More parks get te reo name added

A further 19 parks in Henderson-Massey will now carry dual Māori / English names. This adds to the list of parks that already carry dual names adopted by Henderson-Massey Local Board in signing up to the Te Kete Rukuruku programme. 

Storm 28 Feb 2023

Some regional parks across Tāmaki Makaurau set to reopen

Three out of six regional parks across Auckland closed due to damage are set to reopen from Wednesday 1 March.

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23 Oct 2024 - 27 Nov 2024

Finding Form - Life Drawing With Rachael Burke

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24 Oct 2024 - 28 Nov 2024

Face Map in Oil With Jean Stewart

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24 Oct 2024 - 12 Dec 2024

Abstract Adventures With James Lawrence

This regular eight-week term class with artist James Lawrence, explores abstract painting concept...

03 Nov 2024

Liquid States

Significant, large-scale works from both decades will be exhibited alongside more intimate works...

03 Nov 2024 - 02 Feb 2025

Liquid States: Gretchen Albrecht

Liquid States is a major survey exhibition examining works produced by Albrecht in the 1970s and...

06 Nov 2024 - 11 Dec 2024

Siapo With Florence Ulutunu

Be introduced to the histories and narratives around siapo.

07 Nov 2024 - 12 Dec 2024

Word-Up, Stand-Up

Come along every Tuesday, with afternoon tea on us, to see what the fuss is about.

23 Nov 2024

Using Leather With Michelle Zhao

Learn the process of making your own leather wallet.