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Dogs 24 Feb 2017

Help make our beaches fun for all

In response to recent dog-related issues reported at Takapuna Beach, Devonport-Takapuna Local Board wanted to remind people about the rules in place at our beaches and encourage consideration for other beach users.

Parks / Outdoors 23 Feb 2017

South Auckland is home to New Zealand’s best neighbourhood

Randwick Park in Manurewa is New Zealand’s Mitre10 Community of the Year.

Environment 22 Feb 2017

Free health checks for rental properties

Landlords with rentals in the Māngere-Ōtahuhu, Whau, Puketāpapa and Maungakiekie-Tāmaki Local Board area could be eligible for a free assessment on their properties along with help to make them warmer and more energy-efficient.

Environment 22 Feb 2017

Kauri dieback ambassadors spreading the word

A team of ambassadors will be out in force in the Waitākeres this summer raising awareness about kauri dieback and teaching people how to stop it.

Arts 22 Feb 2017

Explore Auckland Art Gallery with Google Maps

You can now explore Auckland Art Gallery without leaving home, thanks to the Museum View feature from Google.

Cultural 22 Feb 2017

Couple turns heritage hall into home

A young Auckland couple have used Auckland Regional Historic Heritage Grants Programme to help partially restore Foresters' Hall

Community 21 Feb 2017

Sandringham has a new playground

Sandringham residents have a playground and reserve they can be proud of thanks to the collaboration between Auckland Council and a local community collective.

Environment 21 Feb 2017

Manukau and Howick residents get to bin the bags

Residents in the former Manukau City Council area will say goodbye to rubbish bags this year as Auckland Council introduces rubbish wheelie bins.

Events

15 Apr 2024 - 26 Apr 2024

School Holiday Programme

This is a free schhol holiday programme with a range of free activities available.

15 Apr 2024 - 26 Apr 2024

Secrets Under the Sea - Sir Edmund Hillary Library

Join this school holiday for much fun and excitement.

15 Apr 2024 - 26 Apr 2024

Stanmore Bay Pool and Leisure Centre School Holiday Programme

Drop off your kids for a full day of fun activities where each day brings something new.

15 Apr 2024 - 26 Apr 2024

Te Matariki Clendon Community Centre and Library School Holiday Programme

Make sure your children have a fun, safe and exciting autumn break by enrolling them in our holid...

15 Apr 2024 - 26 Apr 2024

West Wave Pool and Leisure Centre School Holiday Programme

Make sure your children have a fun, safe and exciting autumn break by enrolling them in our holid...

15 Apr 2024 - 27 Apr 2024

Secrets Under the Sea Colouring Competition - Ōtara Library

Join this artistic voyage in the deep blue, where mysterious creatures and treasure awaits your c...

15 Apr 2024 - 28 Apr 2024

School Holidays: Secrets Under the Sea

Join us for one of our school holiday events.

15 Apr 2024 - 28 Apr 2024

Under the Sea April School Holidays - Pakuranga Library

Uncover secrets of the Moana these school holidays, and join us at Pakuranga Library for an aweso...