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Community 28 Apr 2023

Cock-a-doodle-doo for the Kell Park mural

Chickens once again rule the roost on a restored mural at Albany’s Kell Park.

Parks / Outdoors 28 Apr 2023

Hobsonville War Memorial playground now open

Inspired by the area’s aviation history, the upgraded playground at Hobsonville War Memorial Park has been busy ever since it reopened in early April.

Cycling 28 Apr 2023

Bike Box gets motu on the move

The Waiheke Bike Box initiative has put over 300 bicycles into action on Waiheke’s roads since opening in May 2022, thanks to ongoing support from Waiheke Local Board.

Community 28 Apr 2023

Aerial photo gifted to Howick Local Board for 175th support

A stunning aerial photograph of Howick by Neill Castles has been presented to Howick Local Board for its support of the Howick 175th Anniversary Charitable Trust.

Environment 27 Apr 2023

Weed surveillance gives native plants a better chance to thrive

Data from a weed surveillance project on Aotea / Great Barrier helps council to prioritise next steps.

Parks / Outdoors 24 Apr 2023

Pukekawa / Auckland Domain helped to protect low lying areas in flooding events

Pukekawa / Auckland Domain, like many other parks, played a critical role in retaining flood waters during the recent severe weather events.

Anzac Day 24 Apr 2023

Glendowie student wins Anzac speech award

Year 12 student Spencer Fitzpatrick has been selected by the local board to deliver his speech at St Heliers Anzac service .

Community 21 Apr 2023

Waitematā grants receive extra budget boost

A reallocation of local board budget underspend sees more in the kitty for community grants.

Events

31 May 2023 - 11 Jun 2023

Auckland Festival of Photography

Enjoy NZ's premium international photographic festival.

31 May 2023 - 11 Jun 2023

Photographers of the Warsaw Uprising 1944 exhibition

This exhibition introduces several of these Uprising photographers, including their lives, works and journal notes in English translation.

31 May 2023 - 11 Jun 2023

Warsaw Uprising '44: Auckland Festival of Photography

Buried photographs documenting underground defiance against occupation survived the destruction of Warsaw and its inhabitants during World War 2.

31 May 2023 - 24 Jun 2023

Kumeu in Focus Exhibition

The exhibition will feature a retrospective by the Kumeu Photography Group, celebrating their 10th year with a selection of their favourite images.

31 May 2023 - 04 Jul 2023

'A Migrant's Path' Exhibition

This is a must-see exhibition of portraiture, essays, oral recordings, and video.

27 May 2023 - 11 Jun 2023

Manurewa Guided Walks

Get introduced to safe walking routes through the community and gentle nature paths to enjoy with loved ones.

26 May 2023 - 11 Jun 2023

Hamilton

This musical has had a profound impact on culture, politics and education.

26 May 2023 - 30 Jun 2023

The Little Leys Classic Film Club

Our second series for 2023, North African Dreams, features six tales of adventure and romance set in Morocco, Algeria, Libya, and Egypt.