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Cultural 23 May 2025

Whānau voices shape Pukekohe Memorial  

Families of those who are buried in unmarked graves at Pukekohe Cemetery hope for the planned memorial to be a place of reflection, healing and unity for everyone.   

14-24 year olds 22 May 2025

Winter planting brings together the Upper Harbour community

Volunteers across Upper Harbour are gearing up to plant over 8,000 native trees and shrubs in 14 parks this winter.

Community 22 May 2025

Nature’s getting a helping hand in Howick — and it’s starting to show

Howick’s green spaces are growing stronger thanks to ecological efforts funded by the Howick Local Board — and the community is part of the story.

Community 21 May 2025

Work set to start on new life for Titirangi War Memorial Hall and Library

A major refurbishment is set to begin on the Titirangi War Memorial Hall and Library.

Community 20 May 2025

Push play and go: Kaipātiki adopts 2025 Play Plan

The Kaipātiki Local Board have played a key role in progressing the magic of play by adopting the 2025 Play Plan. 

Community 20 May 2025

Dumping = fines. Anti-social behaviour? not here!

Illegal dumping and anti-social behaviour have no place in our neighbourhoods—that’s the clear message being delivered by local residents and community partners working together to create safer, cleaner spaces in Māngere.

Environment 20 May 2025

Bold Ngahere plan gets green thumbs up in Devonport-Takapuna

Devonport-Takapuna is gearing up for a decade dedicated to growing more trees after the local board agreed to produce a 10-year plan to boost green spaces in the area.

Community 20 May 2025

Using our voice for important issues

When the Ōrākei Local Board is not the decision-maker about local issues, it advocates to get the best for the local community.

Events

28 Jun 2025

Ka Mua Ka Muri: Moving Forward with Te Tiriti o Waitangi

Join us as we improve our understanding of this founding document of Aotearoa and consider how we...

28 Jun 2025

Love Your Maunga

Enjoy a Hāngī Dinner alongside Workshops and Entertainment.

28 Jun 2025

Matariki Planting on the Waitahurangi Awa

The native plants we put into the ground will add stability to the stream banks and slow water fl...

28 Jun 2025

Matariki Whānau Day at Arataki Visitor Centre

Enjoy activities related to the nine whetū (stars) of Matariki, join in on whakari and crafts, ha...

28 Jun 2025

Painting with Oneone (soil)

Come along to this art workshop taught by Stacey Noel and learn how to create pigments from oneon...

28 Jun 2025

Pounamu Rei Niho Tooth Pendant Workshop by Aotearoa Bone and Stone

Join us for an immersive workshop exploring the traditions of rei niho parāoa/tohorā, pendants ma...

28 Jun 2025

Te Waiora: Honouring Wai, Protecting Life – In-house Workshop

The workshop equips attendees with essential knowledge and skills for safely engaging with water,...

28 Jun 2025

Whānau Make Day - Celebrating Matariki

Learn how to create your own Matariki star (or fish) using natural materials and discover the sto...