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Community 6 Mar 2024

Diversity Festival 2024 immerses community in vibrant tapestry of cultures

It was an explosion of cultures for one of Tāmaki Makaurau’s most iconic festivals, organised by Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board.

Community 1 Mar 2024

Manurewa board chair steps down early

Manurewa Local Board chair Glenn Murphy is handing over early to deputy Matt Winiata for family reasons.

Community 1 Mar 2024

ParkFest fun is also a chance to speak up

Have Your Say on Auckland Council's Long-term Plan then enjoy a bit of a party!

Arts 1 Mar 2024

Hit the trail and enjoy art easel-y

Artists throw their studios open as part of the Clevedon Art Trail on the weekend of March 16-17.

Environment 29 Feb 2024

Planting hope in Rānui flax garden

Rānui local weavers now have a new pā harakeke (flax garden) which will provide access to the natural resource and taonga (treasure), thanks to the support from Henderson-Massey Local Board.

Akl Paths 28 Feb 2024

Franklin being asked about targeted rate

Franklin residents are being asked if they would be willing to pay a special rate to fund path development in the area.

Parks / Outdoors 28 Feb 2024

Wairaki / Lynfield Reserve – signed, sealed and delivered

It’s the first park in Puketāpapa to have its returned name signposted. In 2022, Puketāpapa Local Board formally adopted traditional Māori names for 17 parks which have been given dual names.

Parks / Outdoors 28 Feb 2024

Othello Park Playground upgrade reinforces Local Board investment

It might be small, but it certainly is mighty, with something for everyone at the recently upgraded Othello Park playground.

Events

27 Apr 2024 - 12 May 2024

There Were No Photos: A Community Exhibition

This exhibition calls on artists to reflect on time periods where there were no photos.

20 Apr 2024 - 07 Jun 2026

Taimoana | Coastlines: Art in Aotearoa

Taimoana | Coastlines explores the art of Aotearoa New Zealand, locating it within Te Moana-nui-a...

19 Apr 2024 - 04 May 2024

Clue: On Stage

Based on the classic board game and adapted from the cult classic comedy film.

18 Apr 2024 - 04 May 2024

ScatterGun: After the Death of Rūaumoko

Multi-award-winning artist Ana Chaya Scotney (Ngai Tūhoe) delivers a joyful solo performance, whi...

15 Apr 2024 - 31 Oct 2024

Museum Movies

Our family-friendly 3D experience is screening daily, with extra sessions on Tuesday evenings for...

13 Apr 2024 - 11 May 2024

The Great Piratical Rumbustification

Join our young hero, Oliver Terrapin, as he opens up the doors of his oblivious parents’ home for...

13 Apr 2024 - 25 May 2024

Wildeye: A female gaze into nature

Wildeye: A female gaze into nature by artist Robbi Carvalho explores the deep connection between...

13 Apr 2024 - 21 Sep 2024

Creative Spaces for Children

Learn, make and design using your skills and imagination.