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Community 18 Nov 2024

Puketāpapa’s Waikōwhai Boardwalk re-opens soon

Sweeping views out to the Manukau Harbour and picture-perfect pohutukawa trees can be enjoyed again soon with the re-opening of the popular Waikōwhai Boardwalk this Saturday.

Community 18 Nov 2024

Celebrate Christmas with Carols at the Kings

Christmas is coming early for Puketāpapa residents, with the annual Carols at the Kings celebration taking place on Sunday 8 December.

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.

Events

04 Oct 2024 - 04 Apr 2025

Te Atatu Food Truck Fridays

Te Atatū Food Truck Fridays is a monthly hyper local food truck event for the community, by the c...

08 Feb 2025

Josh Wolf: High on life tour

Comedian, actor, and writer Josh Wolf has become one of the most sought-after personalities in co...

08 Feb 2025

Plaster mould making

You will learn how to make a reusable two-part plaster mould to replicate objects.

12 Feb 2025 - 10 Dec 2025

Waiheke Local Board Community Forum

Community Forum is an open meeting which provides an opportunity for individuals and community or...

13 Feb 2025 - 03 Apr 2025

Abstract adventures

Enjoy a weekly morning of painting and self-expression in the comfort of James’ fun, engaging tea...

05 Dec 2024 - 13 Feb 2025

Book Chat

Have a cuppa and a chat with other readers at our cosy library.

15 Feb 2025

Auckland Rainbow Parade 2025

Come together to celebrate inclusivity, love, and acceptance in a fun-filled atmosphere for all a...

15 Feb 2025

Paper collage workshop

Join artist Deborah Crowe for a 3 hour workshop exploring paper collage as an exciting and fluid...