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Beaches 29 Sep 2015

Putting Piha on the radar

During the Second World War, Piha was the site of a radar station critical to New Zealand’s defence.

Arts 29 Sep 2015

Franklin Arts Festival celebrates 25 years

A signature event highlighting Franklin's creative talent with an exhibition from more than 180 established and emerging artists.

Environment 29 Sep 2015

Get your fix in Helensville

Recycling initiative helps Helensville residents repair their broken belongings and minimise waste.

Community 29 Sep 2015

Getting on with business

A six-week crime prevention trial funded by Henderson-Massey Local Board sees private security guards address anti-social behaviour, intimidation, loitering and recovering stolen goods.

Theatre / Performance 29 Sep 2015

Happy birthday Hawkins Theatre!

Theatre celebrates birthday with community open day including free family film screenings, drama workshops and tours of backstage and technical areas.

Heritage 29 Sep 2015

History on Pedestal Lane

Manurewa Local Board has commemorated a local connection to the Second World War by renaming the eastern section of Peguero Place ‘Pedestal Lane’.

14-24 year olds 29 Sep 2015

Manurewa scoops world record for longest sundae

Manurewa has officially scooped the world record for longest ice-cream dessert.

Sports / Leisure 29 Sep 2015

Massive recreation centre will become 'heart of Ōtāhuhu'

Ōtāhuhu’s new $30.9 million multi‑use facility had its grand opening in August.

Events

17 Jun 2025 - 19 Jun 2025

Volunteer Open Days at Highwic, Alberton and Ewelme Cottage

Are you interested in what our volunteers do at the Heritage New Zealand properties in Auckland?

17 Jun 2025 - 05 Jul 2025

Roger Hall's end of summer time

New Zealand’s most successful playwright, Sir Roger Hall, is back with an affectionate skewering...

18 Feb 2025 - 16 Dec 2025

Leys Institute Little Library Social Knitting Club

Come and join like-minded people and have a great yarn.

18 Jun 2025

Fetu Creative Forum

This special event brings together a powerful lineup of Aotearoa artists — Mara TK, Troy Kingi, C...

18 Jun 2025

Pest Liason Group Meeting - June 2025

Join us for an inspiring workshop featuring Abi Cunninghame, Project Manager for Pest Free Howick...

18 Jun 2025

The Treaty, the Government and Aotearoa New Zealand: Where are we now?

Acclaimed historian and author Dame Claudia Orange reflects on her four-decade career of Te Tirit...

18 Jun 2025 - 25 Jun 2025

Waitaa ki te Maanuka, Waitii ki te Mangatangi, Waipuna ki te Rangi - WORKSHOPS

Learn the cultural significance, techniques, and stories woven into each piece.

15 Jan 2025 - 17 Dec 2025

Book Chat

Come and join our Book Chat, share your favourite reads, make friends with other enthusiastic rea...