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Environment 3 Mar 2025

Environmental heroes celebrated in the Love Your Place Awards

Volunteers, businesses and schools making a positive impact to protect and restore the Waitākere Ranges have been recognised in the 2024 Love Your Place Awards.

Community 3 Mar 2025

Mana Whenua artists honour South Auckland’s own with mural

Fa'anānā Efeso Collins' mural by renowned Mana Whenua artists Janine and Charles Williams, a masterpiece in Manukau.

Development 28 Feb 2025

A night at the theatre, from one century to another

When the much-adored St James Theatre opens again, it will open to a city centre re-designed and responsive to changing times, a century after the theatre’s 1927 opening.

Community 28 Feb 2025

Laugh, play, celebrate at Ōtāhuhu Family Fun Day

A crowd favourite for Ōtāhuhu and nearby suburbs returns Saturday 15 March.

Community 27 Feb 2025

Grants make a difference in our community

The current Ōrākei Local Grant round closes on 7 March, and the board wants to see your applications!

Community 27 Feb 2025

Massey Station: honouring the Manukau Live Steamers

Choo Choo! Massey Station is a loco-motivated exhibition sparked by the curiosity of a local photographer and made possible thanks to funding from Māngere-Ōtāhuhu Local Board.

Transport 27 Feb 2025

South Lynn crossing to be modified

A raised crossing on South Lynn Road is set to be modified to address impacts on nearby homes, following discussions between residents and Whau Local Board

Community 25 Feb 2025

New electric BBQ’s a hit at leisure centre in Papatoetoe

The two brand-new electric barbeques at the centre have instantly become a crowd favourite, making a visit even more inviting.

Events

27 Jun 2025

Mānawatia a Matariki

Through waiata, haka and storytelling, tamariki express the importance of caring for Papatūānuku...

27 Jun 2025

Māoriland Film Festival Screening at Lake House Arts

This event reflects the themes of Matariki whakapapa, remembrance and renewal through the lens of...

27 Jun 2025

Matariki Celebrations at Wesley

Matariki Celebrations at Wesley is a free community event, open to everyone.

27 Jun 2025

Matariki Rhymetime at Blockhouse Bay Library

Dance, sing, and laugh with your exuberant toddler at our special Matariki Rhymetime.

27 Jun 2025

Wā Kōrero o Pāke: Storytime for Adults

This is a time and space for Māori storytellers to read or share kōrero connected to the wai.

23 May 2025 - 28 Nov 2025

Wellsford Writing Group

Come along to Wellsford Writing Group to connect with local writers, share ideas, and work toward...

28 Jun 2025

Aerovista Place Reserve Matariki Planting

Join us in planting rakau alongside this special awa.

28 Jun 2025

Community Planting at Hoteo North Domain, Wellsford

This streamside planting, hosted by Auckland Parks and Hoteo North Reserve and Hall Agricultural...