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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 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.

Community 28 Oct 2015

Discover Greenhithe

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

Walkways 28 Oct 2015

Project Twin Streams

Gem of the month February 2012

Arts 28 Oct 2015

Fresh Gallery Ōtara

Fresh Gallery Ōtara, an art exhibition space run by Auckland Council and the community.

Events

17 Feb 2025

Age Concern's Demystifying Dementia

Learn about the symptoms, progression, and strategies for managing the condition, and discover ho...

17 Feb 2025 - 12 May 2025

Poi Making Workshop

A fortnightly 7-lesson workshop to learn how to make and use a poi, and all the history behind it.

17 Feb 2025 - 17 Dec 2029

Community singing

Join us to sing songs you know and love in a friendly, supportive setting.

18 Feb 2025

Estate Planning Made Easy: A Talk with Wendy Hampton, LLB

Don’t miss this chance to hear Wendy share expert advice on how you can get your estate planning...

18 Feb 2025

Tips and tricks for emergency readiness in apartments

This practical session will focus on local hazards, knowing your neighbours and knowing your buil...

18 Feb 2025 - 25 Feb 2025

Clay with friends

Together, we’ll create one-of-a-kind items that reflect your personal style, all in a warm, welco...

18 Feb 2025 - 25 Mar 2025

Introduction to experimental printmaking

Create a body of work using a variety of printmaking techniques, including monoprint, collagraph,...

19 Feb 2025 - 23 Feb 2025

Panti Bliss in 'If These Wigs Could Talk'

Expect salacious stories, impassioned polemics, and some seriously funny soul searching.