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Safety 18 Sep 2025

Compliance wardens boost community safety in Ōrākei

Two council compliance wardens have been assigned specifically to the Ōrākei Local Board area thanks to its funding.

Community 18 Sep 2025

Stepping down after dedicated service to Rodney

Rodney Local Board members Louise Johnston and Michelle Carmichael are stepping down after years of service, leaving a legacy of advocacy and environmental stewardship.

Plans / Projects 18 Sep 2025

Free training for Hibiscus and Bays community organisations

Community organisations in the Hibiscus and Bays area are being offered free training to strengthen their governance and operations.

Elections 18 Sep 2025

200+ reasons to vote in Auckland local elections

Local elections season is well underway with nearly 25,000 votes already returned.

Sports / Leisure 18 Sep 2025

Fix and Finish delivers a win for Waiheke football

Waiheke football fans can look forward to increased year-round use of the popular Onetangi Sports Park.

Community 15 Sep 2025

Brazilian community group finds home in Henderson

Brasileirinhos Aotearoa New Zealand Charitable Trust has secured a new home at Glen Haven Cottage in Tūī Glen Reserve, Henderson, after more than a decade of moving between venues. 

Community 12 Sep 2025

New lease crosses the line at Rosebank Speedway

Speedway fans can look forward to at least five more years of events at Rosebank Domain, thanks to Whau Local Board.

Community 11 Sep 2025

New play spaces for Upper Harbour families

Families can now enjoy four neighbourhood playgrounds after major upgrades have made it easier to get outside and play.

Events

14 Sep 2025 - 22 Feb 2026

We Care's Play and Belong

Come and participate in a game-centred community engagement programme designed to spark genuine c...

31 Aug 2025 - 28 Dec 2025

Takaanini Crochet Club

It's an awesome opportunity to meet fellow crocheters, share your skills and make friends. 

23 Mar 2025 - 21 Dec 2025

Crochet Group

Join us for a fun afternoon of crochet, where you can work on your own project and make friends w...

16 Mar 2025 - 18 Jan 2026

The village market Helensville Showgrounds

A lively and family friendly market that offers a variety of stalls, live music, free face painti...

16 Feb 2025 - 21 Dec 2025

Kōrero Mai te reo Māori weekly conversation group

A friendly, supportive get together for all levels to learn, practice, enjoy & improve te reo.

16 Feb 2025 - 21 Dec 2025

Sign & Sing

Join us on the third Sunday of every month for an afternoon of songs, waiata, and NZSL.

16 Feb 2025 - 23 Dec 2029

Dementia friendly Sunday

Come for a cuppa and a chat in a safe friendly space.

05 Jan 2025 - 28 Dec 2025

Kōrero mai - Kōrero atu

A space to share kōrero of all levels of Te Reo Māori.