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Development 2 Mar 2023

Howick members watch reservoir take shape

A new water reservoir being built at Redoubt Road will add millions of litres of capacity to the city's supply.

Have your say 2 Mar 2023

Local projects and services could be impacted by Annual Budget

Local board chairs are concerned residents may be unaware local projects and services could be affected by the upcoming Annual Budget and are urging people to provide feedback on the draft budget.

Community 2 Mar 2023

Councillor says community must make its voice heard on proposed Annual Budget

Councillor Lotu Fuli says the power of community was illustrated during the recent storms.

Community 2 Mar 2023

Rangatahi takes on Tuia role

Jordan-Caisley Pihema has been selected as Papakura Local Board’s Tuia representative in 2023.

Community 2 Mar 2023

Pasifika honours celebrated

The large number of Pasifika people included in the New Years Honours recognises their community commitment.

Community 1 Mar 2023

Sports Bowl masterplan adopted

A masterplan to guide development of the Manukau Sports Bowl has been adopted.

Community 28 Feb 2023

South's councillors urge public to speak up

Councillors from across the south are urging residents to make their voices heard on the city’s proposed Annual Budget, open for consultation from noon on 28 February to 11pm on 28 March.

Community 28 Feb 2023

Bucklands Beach locals lay out safety issues

Bucklands Beach locals have laid out their concerns about traffic safety in their area to Auckland Transport and Howick Local Board.

Events

30 Mar 2023

APO | The New Zealand Herald Premier Series: Romantic Rhapsody

Passionate music farewells the joys of life, but inevitably the piece ends with a ghostly lament under the inescapable rhythm of the oars.

30 Mar 2023

Beginners Guide to Bird Identification

Learn how to identify common birds found in our neighbourhoods, and monitoring methods for bird counts and predators.

30 Mar 2023

Free Silent Disco Kids Adventures - Sea Odyssey Edition

Gear up with headphones and follow an interactive Sea Odyssey story that takes place on one of the deserted islands.

30 Mar 2023

Moanaroa Storytelling and Cook Islands Drumming

Enjoy a storytelling journey with an interactive Cook Islands drumming session.

30 Mar 2023

Song & Poetry Thing – EcoFest

Listen to a original song and spoken word performers at 6:30pm.

30 Mar 2023 - 22 Apr 2023

WICKED the Musical

Wicked is one of the longest-running musicals on Broadway, and it will be staged at Auckland’s SkyCity Theatre for a limited season in April 2023.

30 Mar 2023 - 30 Apr 2023

At the Back of the Fridge, & Shopping with a List - Love Food Hate Waste

Learn creative new ideas to use up those forgotten ingredients hiding at the back of your fridge, with hints on how to create delicious and nutritious dishes from common leftovers.

30 Mar 2023 - 15 Jul 2023

Tara McLeod: About type exhibition

The works on display show Tara’s collaborations with Aotearoa-based poets and artists and include his ideas about typography, letterforms, art, life, and book design.