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Community 14 Apr 2025

Ramadan Iftar community dinner

For the past four years, Tōia Library (Ōtahuhu Library) has partnered with the Fatimah Foundation (a local charity dedicated to supporting Islamic mothers and families) to host a free community Iftar dinner during Ramadan.

Community 14 Apr 2025

Dumping = fines. Anti-social behaviour? not here!

Illegal dumping and anti-social behaviour have no place in our neighbourhoods—that’s the clear message being delivered by local residents and community partners working together to create safer, cleaner spaces in Māngere.

Community 14 Apr 2025

Puketāpapa unlocks greenspace as part of Three Kings Quarry Development

Puketāpapa residents can enjoy a new playground as part of a land exchange between the local board and Fletcher Living.

Media Release 14 Apr 2025

Top jobs open up at Auckland Council

Just listed on Auckland Council’s LinkedIn jobs board is a range of paid positions to govern Tāmaki Makaurau for passionate Aucklanders to consider applying for.

Community 10 Apr 2025

Thoughtful progress on Beachlands Community Hub

Plans for the Beachlands Community Hub are being explored to better serve the area’s growing population.

Arts 9 Apr 2025

Opera in the Strand returns to Strand Arcade

It’s New Zealand Music Month in May and people will flood into midtown’s streets, lanes and public spaces, further cementing our place in the world as a UNESCO City of Music.

Zero Waste 9 Apr 2025

More than 24 tonnes of construction waste diverted from landfill

A construction waste solutions programme funded by Waitematā Local Board has diverted 24,600kg from landfill so far.

Community 9 Apr 2025

Birkdale Beach Haven Community Project turns 50

New Zealand’s first two community houses celebrated half a century of community support this March with an open day event funded by the Kaipātiki Local Board. 

Events

25 Apr 2025

All For Peace - North Shore Brass Academy

To help commemorate ANZAC Day the three bands within North Shore Brass Academy will perform at Ta...

25 Apr 2025

Anzac Day Parades and Services 2025

Anzac Day is a time to reflect on the servicemen and servicewomen, past and present, who have dis...

25 Apr 2025

Matakana War Memorial Anzac Day Service

Come along and be part of our Village's history as we remember those young men from Matakana, who...

25 Apr 2025 - 26 Apr 2025

Disney's Frozen JR.

A must-see musical Disney's Frozen JR. is magical and a great family event!

22 Apr 2025 - 25 Apr 2025

Vector Lights for Anzac Day 2025

Vector Lights commemorates the courageous servicemen and servicewomen of Aotearoa New Zealand, pa...

22 Apr 2025 - 10 May 2025

Agatha Christie’s Murder on the Orient Express

One murder, eight suspects and a wild ride that’s about to go off the rails.

17 Apr 2025 - 08 Jun 2025

The chalkboard hand

This exhibition features six Māpura Studios artists with divergent and performative drawing pract...

14 Apr 2025 - 25 Apr 2025

April School Holidays | Antarctic Architects

Calling all budding LEGO® architects! Become an Antarctic Architect.