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Jon Turner has returned as Manukau Harbour Forum chair.
Community 22 Mar 2023

Turner returns to Manukau Harbour Forum

Experienced Manukau Harbour guardians Jon Turner and Alan Cole have been returned as chair and deputy of Auckland Council’s Manukau Harbour Forum.

Environment 21 Mar 2023

Albert-Eden & Puketāpapa Eco Festival is back

Climate action will be top of the agenda when the Albert-Eden & Puketāpapa Eco Festival returns this March. With an impressive programme of events, the aim of the festival is to build awareness and create localised solutions for climate action.

Community 21 Mar 2023

Point Chevalier Little Library pops up

While Point Chevalier Library is out of action, the little library is the neighbourhood's new temporary location that offers a small collection of loan books.

Dogs 20 Mar 2023

Canines on the roam

Over the past two summers, there has been a notable increase in complaints about roaming dogs in the Maungakiekie-Tāmaki area, as well as in Puketāpapa.

20 Mar 2023

Calls for audit of infrastructure following storm devastation

Auckland’s infrastructure requires an urgent audit to assess its ability to cope with extreme weather events in the context of climate change and increased intensification, according to Waitākere Ranges Local Board.

Parks / Outdoors 20 Mar 2023

Te reo Māori names adopted for Whau parks

Twenty six additional parks in Whau will now carry dual Māori / English names. The names were formally adopted at Whau Local Board’s recent business meeting.

Community 20 Mar 2023

Work set to start to bring new life to Pukekohe War Memorial Town Hall

Seismic strengthening work will kick off the renovations of Pukekohe War Memorial Town Hall.

Community 16 Mar 2023

Aotea community's feedback needed

Aotea / Great Barrier residents from the southwest of the island are being urged to attend a community barbecue in the park to discuss Auckland Council’s proposed Annual Budget and plans to address a $295 million budget gap, including cuts to operating costs for local boards.

Events

27 May 2023

Blues Vs Hurricanes

Come dressed in blue to support your favourite team!

31 May 2023

HeritageTalks: Amplifying Auckland: How Music Defines the City - Mark Roach

The designation acknowledged the rich musical history of the region and the commitment to strengthening all aspects of music.

31 May 2023 - 04 Jun 2023

Così fan tutte

Join us for New Zealand Opera’s mainscale production of the year.

02 Jun 2023

Blues Vs Highlanders

Come dressed in blue to support your favourite team!

04 Dec 2022 - 04 Jun 2023

Connect Day for Unhoused Whānau in Waitematā

Come to support Sunday Blessings, including shower, laundry, haircutting and free kai.

13 Jun 2023 - 01 Jul 2023

King Lear

Tender, violent, moving, and humbling, King Lear navigates the complexities and contradictions of human nature like no other piece of storytelling.

14 Jun 2023

HeritageTalks: Researching Your House

Come along to know if your property contains an archaeological site.

14 Jun 2023 - 29 Jun 2023

From Broadway to Westend

A singing, dancing, sparkling spectacular, this show is sure to thrill, delight, and stir your imagination.