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Environment 1 Nov 2016

What the future holds for Howick

What could Howick Village look like in 30 years? That’s the focus of a new plan being developed by Auckland Council.

Playgrounds 26 Oct 2016

Playground review: City suburb's hidden gem

A timber fort is the main attraction at this Freemans Bay park.

Environment 25 Oct 2016

Rural recycling bins for Franklin

Recycling will be significantly easier for residents in rural Franklin, with the start of Auckland Council’s fortnightly roadside collection service to almost 7000 properties.

Arts 25 Oct 2016

Children's artwork lines Hobson Bay walkway

Artworks by local children now adorn the picturesque Hobson Bay walkway, giving the area an inviting splash of colour.

Transport 25 Oct 2016

New Ōtāhuhu Station opens this week

Auckland’s newest transport centre at Ōtāhuhu Station will open on 29 October, heralding the roll-out of a simpler public transport network for south Auckland.

Educational 21 Oct 2016

Young candidates the big winners in Kids Voting

Student voters go for youth

Transport 20 Oct 2016

Main construction work starting on Manukau Bus Station

Main construction work on the Manukau Bus Station will start next week, following Auckland Transport’s decision to award the contract to NZ Strong.

Events

25 Feb 2025

Falls Prevention Workshop

Join our free falls prevention workshop run by a Harbour Sport Community Strength and Balance Tra...

25 Feb 2025 - 02 Dec 2025

Manga & Anime Club

Meet fellow enthusiasts, discuss your favourite series, and enjoy everything manga and anime!

28 Jan 2025 - 25 Nov 2025

Onehunga Shared Reading Group

Join us to enjoy a short story & poem read aloud with a cup of tea.

26 Feb 2025

Ranger guided walk - Manutewhau walkway

Join the community parks ranger team on a guided walk along the beautiful Manutewhau walkway behi...

26 Feb 2025 - 28 Feb 2025

Messy friends

Explore the world of this dynamic and innovative drag collective.

26 Feb 2025 - 19 Mar 2025

Tips and Tricks for emergency readiness drop-in

Bring your neighbours, flat mates, or whānau—because being prepared is better together!

27 Feb 2025

Other Worlds: Building the World of Dune

Dr Kara Kennedy explores what makes Dune and its characters believable and relatable and how Herb...

27 Feb 2025 - 18 Dec 2025

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Share your creative writing projects with fellow writers in the community.