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Community 31 May 2023

Waiheke board grants make it happen on the motu

Over $60,000 of funding has been delivered to 18 Waiheke community groups in Waiheke Local Board’s latest grants round. 

Craft / Hobby 31 May 2023

Exhibition attracts crowd in a post stamp era

International stamp exhibition supported by the local board inspires local young exhibit entrant.

Community 30 May 2023

North Shore Digital Seniors pilot a hit

Nearly 200 North Shore seniors have been building their digital confidence with free, one-on-one technology support sessions offered through the Digital Seniors pilot programme. 

Community 30 May 2023

Kaipātiki volunteers take on storm damaged reserves

A trained volunteer response team dedicated to cleaning up local reserves damaged by severe weather events has been established in the Kaipātiki area, thanks to a collaboration between Pest Free Kaipātiki, Auckland Council and the local board.  

Community 30 May 2023

The best of Ecofest 2023 on Waiheke

Waiheke locals were treated to over 80 interactive events promoting sustainable living including fashion shows, upcycling workshops and sustainability tours as part of Ecofest 2023.

Community 30 May 2023

Sporting greats with special ties saluted

Papakura and Manurewa local boards acknowledge losing special sporting talents.

Community 30 May 2023

Funding set for Karaka Sports Park

Franklin Local Board has committed funds for netball and tennis at Karaka Sports Park.

Community 30 May 2023

Legendary Ōtara Scorpions Rugby League Club adding a sting to their online presence

The Ōtara Scorpions Rugby League Club has forged a partnership with Auckland Libraries.

Events

24 Jul 2023 - 25 Jul 2023

APO | In Your Neighbourhood: Schubert's String Quintet

A curious thing happens in the first movement of Schubert’s String Quintet: the music unfolds to reveal a melody we seem to have known all our life, even if it’s the first time we...

04 Jul 2023 - 14 Dec 2023

Book Club - Kumeū Library

Join our book club to open up a world of discovery.

27 Apr 2023 - 29 Sep 2023

Historic Auckland Waterfront Walking Tour

The 75-minute walk will begin at the museum reception and then meander around the neighbouring streets and wharves.

29 Jul 2023 - 30 Jul 2023

Let's Start at the Very Beginning

An exciting new project of a “Workshop with Concert”, developing drama/stagecraft, visual art (painting), musicianship & performance.

01 Aug 2023 - 14 Sep 2023

Junior Tough Guy and Gal Challenge

This is a chance for primary and intermediate-aged kids to get involved in New Zealand’s biggest mud run series in a version tailored especially for them!

07 Apr 2023 - 01 Dec 2023

Te Atatū South Repair Café

Bring your broken or damaged items and local volunteers will fix them for you for free.

05 Aug 2023

Go Media Tough Guy and Gal Challenge

New Zealand’s original mud run series; if you want to get dirty and have a lot of fun, then these unique off-road running events are for you.

11 Aug 2023 - 26 Aug 2023

Things That Matter

Adapted from Dr. David Galler’s best-selling memoir, Things That Matter is a love letter to resilience, our healthcare system, its patients, and the essential workers who treat...