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Community 5 Jul 2024

Ōrākei celebrates success

From saving open spaces to funding meaningful events, Ōrākei Local Board looks back at a few of the things it has accomplished so far this electoral term.

Community 5 Jul 2024

$28 million invested into Maungakiekie-Tāmaki

This investment supports Maungakiekie-Tāmaki Local Board’s goals outlined in its 2023 plan, which prioritises local outcomes and aligns with the Auckland Plan.

Civil Defence / Emergency Management 4 Jul 2024

Waiheke emergency volunteers get a hand from the board

Waiheke volunteer groups have received a financial boost from the local board to help prepare the island for future emergencies.

Community 4 Jul 2024

Howick steps up in the battle against crime

The Howick Local Board has allocated its share of the Crime Prevention Safety Initiatives fund to several partner organisations, to address specific safety concerns in the area.

Community 3 Jul 2024

Transport equity that matters for Ōtara-Papatoetoe

Reflecting strong local feedback, Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board has urged Auckland Transport (AT) to support local board transport priorities for local investment.

Community 1 Jul 2024

Finalist announced in the 18th Estuary Art and Ecology Awards 2024

Recognised nationally as Aotearoa’s only art award dedicated to ecological themes, the annual Estuary Art and Ecological Awards is proudly funded by the Howick Local Board.

Arts 1 Jul 2024

Waimahara ‘sings’ with you in light and sound - a first for public art

Waimahara is the first of its kind; unique to Tāmaki Makaurau and unique in the world. If you sing a special waiata the artwork listens and responds, accompanying you with an awe-inspiring display of light and sound.

Community 27 Jun 2024

Exciting spaces and improved places

Waitematā Local Board shares what they have achieved for (and with) the community.

Events

24 Jul 2024 - 02 Aug 2024

Winter Poetry Festival

Come and catch amazing performances by local Tāmaki poets!

24 Jul 2024 - 03 Aug 2024

Our Own Little Mess

Our Own Little Mess is a genre-bending live performance and bespoke digital audio experience that...

24 Jul 2024 - 24 Aug 2024

Drawn In - Kumeu Arts Members Exhibition of Drawing

This collection of drawings will serve to highlight the value of drawing.

24 Jul 2024 - 24 Aug 2024

Get Fired - Kumeu Arts Members Exhibition of Ceramics

Our annual ceramics exhibition highlights the work of the many talented ceramic artists in our co...

23 Jul 2024 - 27 Jul 2024

Only Bones - Daniel Nodder

Only Bones – Daniel Nodder is the eleventh iteration of a series of solo shows grouped together u...

23 Jul 2024 - 27 Jul 2024

Skate or Die

A group of boys find themselves stuck in the PlayStation game Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 2. To get o...

23 Jul 2024 - 27 Jul 2024

Te Ao Hou

Boundaries of past and future are challenged, and wisdom flows from unexpected sources.

15 Jul 2024 - 26 Aug 2024

Call For Exhibition Proposals 2025

Auckland Council is calling for proposals from creatives to show your work across Franklin Arts C...