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Community 17 Nov 2015

Bringing communities together – The Jungle

‘The Jungle’, Ōtara’s newest basketball court has never seen an empty day since it was opened at the beginning of August. Why are locals in love with it?

Housing 12 Nov 2015

Albany development gets green light

Upper Harbour Local Board is welcoming news that a high-end mixed residential and retail development is to be built north of the old Albany village.

Heritage 3 Nov 2015

Biddick’s Bay history revealed

A family’s historic connection with a bay in the Orākei Local Board area has been officially recognised.

Beaches 29 Oct 2015

Government urged to protect our marine environment

On October 29 Auckland Council approved its submission to the government on the areas proposed to be offered for petroleum exploration permit applications in 2016.

Community 28 Oct 2015

Discover Greenhithe

Tucked away on the upper shores of the Waitematā Harbour is the small community of Greenhithe.

Walkways 28 Oct 2015

Project Twin Streams

Gem of the month February 2012

Arts 28 Oct 2015

Fresh Gallery Ōtara

Fresh Gallery Ōtara, an art exhibition space run by Auckland Council and the community.

Events

09 Mar 2025

Whānau Day

Join us for a sun-filled day of whānau fun and festival magic!

14 Jul 2024 - 08 Jun 2025

ReUse Market

Come to shop or sell preloved goods in this new centrally located covered market. 

12 Mar 2025 - 16 Mar 2025

ration the Queen's veges

This uplifting one-man play is inspired by true events, sharing the remarkable experience of the...

14 Mar 2025

Movies in Parks: It's a surprise! Details coming soon…

We can't tell you just yet, but we know you'll be excited! Check back here on 1 March 2025

14 Mar 2025

Recording oral history

Explore ethics and future use agreements; and learn interviewing and technical recording skills.

15 Mar 2025

Movies in Parks: The War with Grandpa

A boy goes to war with his grandpa (Robert De Niro) who's moving in and taking his bedroom in thi...

15 Mar 2025

Paint carving

This paint carving workshop is designed to be an introduction, try something new and creative, an...

15 Mar 2025

Soft stone sculpture

Join us for a creative journey into the world of Soft Stone Sculpture guided by the seasoned arti...