Hero image

Local

News

Parks / Outdoors 8 Mar 2024

The tale of ‘it’s only just birds’ one of 21 parks in Ōtara-Papatoetoe to receive Māori Names

Twenty-one parks in the Ōtara-Papatoetoe area will receive Māori names, as part of Auckland Council’s commitment for te reo Māori to be seen, heard, spoken, and learnt.

Community 8 Mar 2024

There will be no MOTH-ING around in this competition

Enthusiastic students in the Howick Local Board area can compete in the boards annual Moth Plant Pod Competition and help to protect and restore the natural environment.

Community 7 Mar 2024

New home found for valued service

Papakura Budgeting Service has secured a new home at the 'Old Courthouse' in Papakura.

14-24 year olds 7 Mar 2024

Franklin sports facilities under pressure

More sports but not more fields. Franklin Local Board is planning for the future as participation in sport continues to grow.

Environment 7 Mar 2024

How targeted rates have helped Aotea

Find out how two environment targeted rate have been put to good use on the motu.

Parks / Outdoors 6 Mar 2024

Old quarry now diving duck haven

Ōrākei Local Board celebrates Parks Week

Community 6 Mar 2024

Diversity Festival 2024 immerses community in vibrant tapestry of cultures

It was an explosion of cultures for one of Tāmaki Makaurau’s most iconic festivals, organised by Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board.

Community 1 Mar 2024

Manurewa board chair steps down early

Manurewa Local Board chair Glenn Murphy is handing over early to deputy Matt Winiata for family reasons.

Events

18 May 2024 - 07 Sep 2024

Stage Management Workshop

Learn the art of Stage Management from one of Auckland’s most experienced stage and production ma...

19 May 2024

An Evening with Denise Norton - LEGENDS: Sunday Concert Series

LEGENDS, her one-woman cabaret show brings you an evening of fantastic musical numbers spanning f...

19 May 2024

Anatomy of an Upset

In this talk, we delve into the intricacies of understanding human upset and drama.

19 May 2024

NZTrio: Triptych 1 – Unquiet Dreams

Journey through a diverse musical landscape beginning with Benjamin Britten’s ‘Introduction and A...

19 May 2024

Stunning cyclamen workshop - Wintergardens Sunday Art Sessions

Come join us at the Domain Wintergardens for a fun and creative Sunday art session!

20 May 2024

Creative Talks : Elizabeth Barton

Elizabeth has established her own studio in Te Aroha, where she enjoys a unique creative hub show...

20 May 2024 - 23 May 2024

Vector Lights for Road Safety Week 2024

Vector Lights will shine bright yellow for Road Safety Week, which aims to inspire communities to...

11 Apr 2024 - 20 May 2024

'Weathering the Storm' free workshop

Learn how to navigate the uncertainty of disaster recovery, support children and others through e...