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Money found to improve softball facilities
Money has been added to the budget to improve softball facilities at Colin Lawrie Reserve.
Agencies work to rehome flood-hit families
Auckland Council and Māngere-Ōtāhuhu Local Board staff are working alongside Kāinga Ora - the largest housing owner in the area - to meet the needs of families hit by flooding.
What are your favourite activities in the Waitematā area?
It's time to tell us what you value in your local area in the Annual Budget consultation.
Albert-Eden-Puketāpapa communities Welcoming Communities
Albert-Eden and Puketāpapa local boards partner with central government to pilot settlement programme helping communities create welcoming and inclusive environments for newcomers.
People of Midtown
15 genres of music arrive in midtown as Real Groovy sets up shop
Since iconic music store Real Groovy set up at 19 Victoria Street West, above Countdown, the tempo of Auckland’s original arts precinct has recalibrated up a notch.
Concrete to make way for natural waterway
Concrete channels in Blackgate Reserve are to be replaced with natural waterways.
Franklin urged to speak up
Residents of Franklin are being encouraged to provide detailed feedback into Auckland Council's proposed Annual Budget.
Potential Annual Budget impacts on Albert-Eden and Puketāpapa
It’s now more important than ever to tell us what you care about in your area to help with tough decisions on Auckland’s annual budget.
Events
BLACKCAPS v Sri Lanka ODI - Fundraiser Match
It’s our chance to come together to support communities affected by Cyclone Gabrielle and future disasters.
Creepy Crawly Night Time Stream Explore – EcoFest
Bring a flashlight & wear sturdy shoes to explore Creepy Crawlies in Te Toki Reserve.
Just Eat It - Movie Screening: Avondale
The couple dive into the issue of waste, from farm to retail, all the way to the back of their own fridge.
Large Scale Eco Drawing
Learn how to prepare your chosen working surfaces, including canvas, recycled cotton sheets and large card off-cuts.
Pop-up vintage photography studio
Learn more about this technique and watch as the alchemic process magically makes images appear on the plate.
Weekend Clay Workshop
There will be demonstrations throughout both days on hand building and wheel throwing to spark an idea!
Light Abounds: Paint & Sip Sessions
Pick out a date, invite your friends, grab a free cocktail and create your own painting, guided by artist and tutor Abbey Lyman.
Andy Leleisi'uao: Unbeautiful Evening
Omnipresent and connective, water plays an essential role in humanity’s survival. Yet, just as water enables life, its waves may become vicious. In late January this year, Tāmak...