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Parks / Outdoors 8 Mar 2024

The tale of ‘it’s only just birds’ one of 21 parks in Ōtara-Papatoetoe to receive Māori Names

Twenty-one parks in the Ōtara-Papatoetoe area will receive Māori names, as part of Auckland Council’s commitment for te reo Māori to be seen, heard, spoken, and learnt.

Community 8 Mar 2024

There will be no MOTH-ING around in this competition

Enthusiastic students in the Howick Local Board area can compete in the boards annual Moth Plant Pod Competition and help to protect and restore the natural environment.

Community 7 Mar 2024

New home found for valued service

Papakura Budgeting Service has secured a new home at the 'Old Courthouse' in Papakura.

14-24 year olds 7 Mar 2024

Franklin sports facilities under pressure

More sports but not more fields. Franklin Local Board is planning for the future as participation in sport continues to grow.

Environment 7 Mar 2024

How targeted rates have helped Aotea

Find out how two environment targeted rate have been put to good use on the motu.

Parks / Outdoors 6 Mar 2024

Old quarry now diving duck haven

Ōrākei Local Board celebrates Parks Week

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.

Events

18 May 2024

Public Bike Repair Drive

Join us for a special event hosted by Kaipātiki Project and Bike Kaipātiki!

18 May 2024

Schöne Lieder - Songs from Germany

Join us for an evening of beautiful choral music.

18 May 2024

The Great Magic Circus Show

Enjoy comedic magic and mesmerizing circus acts filled with laughter, interaction, and audience p...

18 May 2024

The Mids Market

The market extends across the city centre from Wellesley Street to Queens Arcade with iconic stre...

18 May 2024

The Music Education Centre

Talented students and teachers from The Music Education Centre perform.

18 May 2024

Tree Planting

Join us in planting native trees at Lyford Reserve.

18 May 2024 - 19 May 2024

Auckland Baby Expo

Gain expert, up-to-date advice from our diverse range of exhibitors and experiment with products...

18 May 2024 - 15 Jun 2024

Easy, healthy meals on a budget

Learn skills to make a range of recipes that are budget friendly and will boost you and your whān...