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Community 17 May 2024

Four community-based organisations receive share of $120,000

Congratulations to Glen Innes Family Centre, Te Papapa Sports Club, Pukepuke 'o Tonga and Dolphin Theatre for their successful applications to the Maungakiekie-Tāmaki Strategic Partnerships Grant.

Community 17 May 2024

Decision on Howick War Memorial Hall provides clarity for the community

Howick War Memorial Hall is to operate as an official venue for hire managed through the Auckland Council venue booking system, Howick Local Board has agreed.

Climate action 17 May 2024

Local Eco Festival plants skills and grows solutions

More than 1,000 people attended Albert-Eden & Puketāpapa Eco Festival, packed with 160+ events and workshops focused on environmental sustainability and ecology.

Community 16 May 2024

Next step for Northcote’s new community hub

The concept design for an impressive new multi-purpose community hub for Northcote, and an upgraded Puāwai Cadness Reserve has been approved

Community 16 May 2024

School's traffic concerns raised with MP

Concerns for children's safety around Ardmore School have been raised with Papakura MP Judith Collins.

Community 15 May 2024

Winter plantings to expand native forest cover

Remarkable works have begun in the Ōtara-Papatoetoe local board area, aiming to boost the natural forest cover.

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.

Community 15 May 2024

Kōkako volunteers mark 30 years on job

Volunteers who have trekked the Hunua Ranges to conserve the last kōkako population in the mainland Auckland region have celebrated 30 years.

Events

28 Jan 2026 - 25 Nov 2026

Board Games for Adults

Every 4th Wednesday of the month, sit down, relax and enjoy a range of board games at Highland Pa...

26 Feb 2026

Caring for Pā Harakeke

Join Charmaine Bailie and the team for a four-session series focused on caring for pā harakeke.

26 Feb 2026

Celebrating 35 years of writing with Pride

Come to Remuera Library to hear NZ author Douglas Lloyd Jenkins discuss his writing projects past...

26 Feb 2026 - 28 Feb 2026

Abilitopia + White Noise

A bold, disability-led double-bill of dance-theatre that's ready to make some noise.

26 Feb 2026 - 01 Mar 2026

BNZ Auckland Lantern Festival

Experience four unforgettable days filled with colour, culture and connection.

26 Feb 2026 - 08 Mar 2026

The Rocky Horror Show

The world's favourite rock n' roll musical.

29 Jan 2026 - 26 Nov 2026

From the Author's mouth

Engage in discussions over tea and coffee, in a welcoming space for everyone to join.

27 Feb 2026

Art Babies

Friendly and informal, these regular tours are a great way to boost your baby’s development and m...