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Community 9 Mar 2023

Albert-Eden-Puketāpapa communities Welcoming Communities

Albert-Eden and Puketāpapa local boards partner with central government to pilot settlement programme helping communities create welcoming and inclusive environments for newcomers.

People of Midtown
Development 8 Mar 2023

15 genres of music arrive in midtown as Real Groovy sets up shop

Since iconic music store Real Groovy set up at 19 Victoria Street West, above Countdown, the tempo of Auckland’s original arts precinct has recalibrated up a notch.

Parks / Outdoors 8 Mar 2023

Concrete to make way for natural waterway

Concrete channels in Blackgate Reserve are to be replaced with natural waterways.

Community 7 Mar 2023

Franklin urged to speak up

Residents of Franklin are being encouraged to provide detailed feedback into Auckland Council's proposed Annual Budget.

Have your say 6 Mar 2023

Potential Annual Budget impacts on Albert-Eden and Puketāpapa

It’s now more important than ever to tell us what you care about in your area to help with tough decisions on Auckland’s annual budget.

Playgrounds 6 Mar 2023

Riverhead playground back in action

The Riverhead War Memorial Park playground has reopened after a major refurbishment.

Parks / Outdoors 6 Mar 2023

More parks get te reo name added

A further 19 parks in Henderson-Massey will now carry dual Māori / English names. This adds to the list of parks that already carry dual names adopted by Henderson-Massey Local Board in signing up to the Te Kete Rukuruku programme. 

Environment 6 Mar 2023

Plant helps protect Waikato River

A $128million upgrade to the Pukekohe wastewater treatment plant positions the area for further growth, Franklin Ward Auckland Councillor Andy Baker says.

Events

20 Mar 2023 - 03 Apr 2023

Native Plant Nursery Workshop

The seeds you nurture will be used in stream restoration projects in the local area.

27 Feb 2023 - 27 Nov 2023

Book Chat at Rānui Library

Come along to talk about your favourite reads, something you enjoy reading now, or maybe even listen to what our community members are reading.

14 Feb 2023 - 28 Mar 2023

Rhymetime - Northcote Library

Read with your child no matter their age.

13 Feb 2023 - 03 Apr 2023

Board Game Afternoon

Pop into the New Lynn Community Centre for an afternoon of board games.

13 Feb 2023 - 03 Apr 2023

Wriggle & Rhyme

A programme to educate parents and caregivers in active movement, learning to help stimulate baby’s development on every level.

13 Feb 2023 - 26 Jun 2023

Move It With Mary

A low-impact exercise aimed at over 60, 70, and 80-year-olds. Make new friends, and have fun!

13 Feb 2023 - 18 Sep 2023

Titirangi Theatre Acting Training Classes

Join acting training classes for Adults or Children, with tutor John Goudge.

07 Feb 2023 - 04 Apr 2023

Lego

All ages and experience levels are welcome to LEGO sessions!