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Community 17 Nov 2015

Bringing communities together – The Jungle

‘The Jungle’, Ōtara’s newest basketball court has never seen an empty day since it was opened at the beginning of August. Why are locals in love with it?

Housing 12 Nov 2015

Albany development gets green light

Upper Harbour Local Board is welcoming news that a high-end mixed residential and retail development is to be built north of the old Albany village.

Heritage 3 Nov 2015

Biddick’s Bay history revealed

A family’s historic connection with a bay in the Orākei Local Board area has been officially recognised.

Beaches 30 Oct 2015

Council supports conservation volunteers at Atiu Creek

Council is partnering with Conservation Volunteers NZ and will contribute $50,000 towards the Restore Ātiu Creek Ecology (RACE) project.

Beaches 29 Oct 2015

Government urged to protect our marine environment

On October 29 Auckland Council approved its submission to the government on the areas proposed to be offered for petroleum exploration permit applications in 2016.

Beaches 28 Oct 2015

Waiheke Island named as a top 10 region

The secret is out – Waiheke Island has been named one of the world’s top 10 regions for next year in Lonely Planet’s Best in Travel 2016 publication.

Community 28 Oct 2015

Discover Greenhithe

Tucked away on the upper shores of the Waitematā Harbour is the small community of Greenhithe.

Events

25 Mar 2023

#Maranga - Rise Up Aotearoa

Come along for live music, food stalls, and fun for the whole whānau

25 Mar 2023

Banaba Dance and Costume workshop

Learn about the Banaba culture through dance stories, and crafts.

25 Mar 2023

Birkenhead Repair Cafe - EcoFest

Please bring anything you need to be fixed to your broken item, such as a new zip or plug attachment.

25 Mar 2023

BLACKCAPS v Sri Lanka ODI - Fundraiser Match

It’s our chance to come together to support communities affected by Cyclone Gabrielle and future disasters.

25 Mar 2023

Bumps, Bubs and 0 to 5's - Auckland Mama Markets

Auckland Mama Markets is excited to host a market focussed on mamas-to-be, new mamas, babies, and young children.

25 Mar 2023

Celebrating Cultures

Join the Howick Local Board as we celebrate our diverse communities through music, performance, workshops, crafts, food, displays and exhibitions. 

25 Mar 2023

Cold Composting

Learn about bokashi bins, worm farms and composting bins.

25 Mar 2023

Community Day at Pah Homestead

Bring a picnic to enjoy in Monte Cecilia Park.