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Community 28 Apr 2025

Harvest and Heritage

Vaisakhi Mela is a vibrant celebration of the Indian harvest season, deeply rooted in Sikh culture. It marks a time of abundance, gratitude, and community as farmers share the fruits of their labour.

Environment 24 Apr 2025

Restoring Āwhitu a community effort

Āwhitu Landcare is a community-led organisation that has been quietly working to restore and protect the natural environment of the Awhitu Peninsula for over 30 years.  

Environment 23 Apr 2025

Knowledge sharing and practical solutions to feature at Love our Harbour: Manukau Harbour Symposium

Mana Whenua, government, scientists, community groups and all who care about Te Manukanuka o Hoturoa, the Manukau Harbour, are invited to join in a full day conference on Saturday 31 May 2025

Playgrounds 17 Apr 2025

Game on at Medlands

Medlands Beach Playground Reserve has some exciting new features with more to come!

Have your say 16 Apr 2025

Your voice can help shape the Ethnic Peoples Plan

Residents are invited to join community conversations taking place in May across the Upper Harbour area.

Election Topics 16 Apr 2025

Do you qualify for more than one vote in Auckland Local Elections 2025?

It’s local elections year which means Aucklanders will get to choose the mayor, ward councillors and local board members.

Parks / Outdoors 16 Apr 2025

Help shape the future of Mairangi Bay reserves

Share your views on a plan to move several facilities at the Mairangi Bay reserves, which are at long-term risk of coastal flooding.

Waste 15 Apr 2025

Rodney moving to council rubbish collections

Rodney residents will have council rubbish collections funded by residential property rates from 1 September 2025.

Events

21 Jun 2025 - 22 Jun 2025

He Kakano

Immerse and reflect in a zone of contemplation and connection, exploring ngā toi / creative pract...

21 Jun 2025 - 22 Jun 2025

Ipu Whenua – Kōrero and Clay Creations

Create through a combination of contemporary and traditional practices, an ipu whenua (land vesse...

21 Jun 2025 - 22 Jun 2025

Te Hanga Waka: Crafting a waka

Join Percy Vos, for a unique opportunity to witness the carving of a waka in real time.

21 Jun 2025 - 05 Jul 2025

Whakamahere ki te wai – A charting of our freshwater ways in central Auckland

Explore the history of waterways in the city via stops at central hub locations, and end your jou...

21 Jun 2025 - 12 Jul 2025

Taniwha besties ride or die

The exhibition showcases both cherished pieces from the past and new creations to welcome the arr...

21 Jun 2025 - 12 Jul 2025

Tūhono

Tūhono (to join, connect, bond) is a vibrant new light addition to the City Centre’s Matariki cel...

21 Jun 2025 - 13 Jul 2025

Miki Rapu Waiata: Taonga

An eye-catching installation in Te Komititanga Plaza will alert passersby to Miki Rapu Waiata: Ta...

21 Jun 2025 - 13 Jul 2025

Whai

As an evolving annual series, Whai continues to grow and transform, creating a shared experience...