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Community 21 Oct 2015

Spend a day in Warkworth

Just a 45-minute drive from central Auckland, the Warkworth region is the perfect destination for a day trip.

Community 21 Oct 2015

Papakura volunteers celebrated

Volunteers and various community groups were officially congratulated and celebrated at the Papakura Local Board Volunteer Awards ceremony, held recently at Hawkins Theatre.

Cultural 21 Oct 2015

Nelson Street cycleway heralds sustainable transport future

The Nelson Street cycleway is set to become a must-see Auckland attraction for people to walk and cycle across when it opens later this year.

Community 21 Oct 2015

Growing healthy communities in Howick

School children in Howick will be enjoying freshly picked fruit for many years to come, thanks to Howick Local Board’s Healthy Howick Fruit Trees in Schools programme.

Community 21 Oct 2015

Helping west Auckland's homeless

Homelessness is a pressing issue in west Auckland.

Environment 21 Oct 2015

Improving safety for Bryde's whales

Ports of Auckland’s efforts to make the shipping industry safer for the local Bryde’s whale population have had encouraging results.

Environment 21 Oct 2015

Engaged communities at the heart of Waiheke

World-renowned activist Jim Diers recently visited Waiheke Island.

14-24 year olds 21 Oct 2015

Council Cadets get to know Waitematā Local Board

Did you know that Auckland Council runs a cadet programme?

Events

05 Apr 2025 - 06 Apr 2025

Go Green Expo

New Zealand’s Largest Sustainable Lifestyle Show.

05 Apr 2025 - 06 Apr 2025

STEM Fair

Discover the fascinating world of science, tech engineering and maths at the 2025 STEM Fair!

05 Apr 2025 - 03 May 2025

Green Clinics - Birkenhead Library

Each weekly clinic focuses on a different sustainability topic and are designed to educate on all...

05 Apr 2025 - 07 May 2025

Harvest & feast: Microgreens & salad growing workshop

Learn how to cultivate these nutritious greens at home.

05 Apr 2025 - 07 Jun 2025

Living tai chi

Come and experience the ancient Chinese art of Tai Chi for relaxation, balance and well-being.

05 Apr 2025 - 06 Dec 2025

Saturday book chat

Join us on a Saturday afternoon for a lively discussion about what you've been reading.

20 Mar 2025 - 05 Apr 2025

Traditional Japanese storytelling: kamishibai

Our community friend Mami Kay will introduce you to Japanese picture storytelling-kamishibai or '...

05 Mar 2025 - 12 Apr 2025

Tunes 4 Tamariki: Hana the glowworm

Join Hana on her adventure to find the Auckland Philharmonia, in this semi-staged show featuring...