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Waitematā & Gulf Ward News

Community 31 May 2024

From counselling to student radio – a variety of grants awarded

More than 40 successful grant applicants are progressing initiatives to benefit the community through Waitematā Local Board's grant programme

Community 15 May 2024

Funding goes to a range of projects on the motu

Thirteen successful grant applicants have been allocated funding at Aotea / Great Barrier Local Board's April business meeting.

City Centre Waterfront 7 May 2024

Midtown erupts into song this May for New Zealand Music Month

New Zealand Music Month is spilling into the streets, squares and laneways of Tāmaki Makaurau this autumn.

Community 6 May 2024

Board grants help at local level

Over $30,000 was allocated to community groups in the Waiheke Local Board’s April grants round.

City Centre Waterfront 30 Apr 2024

Dance to the beats of Africa

Freyberg Square will move to the drumbeats of Africa on Friday 3 May when Ellen Melville Centre hosts an Afrikan Market between 4pm and 8pm, ushering in Africa Month and New Zealand Music Month side by side.

Community 22 Apr 2024

Calling all community groups in Waitematā

Grants of up to $3,000 are up for grabs to help the community deliver positive outcomes for the local area.

Planting 19 Apr 2024

No more grassing on Okupu Bay

More than 150 natives are thriving in Okupu thanks to a new approach to weed control.

City Centre Waterfront 17 Apr 2024

City centre transformation gathers pace, with 15 projects delivered in past 5 years

When a plan leaps off the page and becomes reality, there’s reason to celebrate.

Waitematā & Gulf Ward Events

15 May 2025

Tchaikovsky 5

With a melting love song and a gentle waltz, subsumed by the hand of fate, this expansive piece n...

15 May 2025 - 16 May 2025

Jess Karamjeet Presents 'RAY!'

Join award-winning comedian and screenwriter on a riotous journey through tropical chaos, unexpec...

15 May 2025 - 26 Jun 2025

Teen Artwork

This course will include drawing, painting, and ceramic exploration.

08 May 2025 - 26 Jun 2025

Realistic drawing & portrait oil painting class

Unleash your artistic potential as we delve into traditional drawing techniques.

01 May 2025 - 29 Jul 2025

Tai chi for health

Practising in a group creates a sense of connection and belonging, helping reduce isolation and s...

20 Feb 2025 - 24 Dec 2025

Midtown Street Party

Bring your family and friends and join us for live performing arts, delicious eats and hidden ret...

08 Sep 2022 - 12 Jun 2025

Wriggle, Rhyme and Storytime at Waiheke Library

Spend your morning at the library with fun things to do for you and your kids.

16 May 2025 - 17 May 2025

Afrika on screen: cinema series

Free African film series celebrating culture, stories, identity, and community.