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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

12 Nov 2022 - 09 Dec 2023

Hibiscus Coast Writers

Join writers group every 2nd Saturday of the month

09 Nov 2022 - 27 Dec 2023

Embroidery Group

Join the weekly embroidery group for free.

09 Nov 2022 - 27 Dec 2023

Low-sensory Quiet Hour

This is a proactive initiative so our library is a welcoming, inclusive space that supports positive experiences for all.

08 Nov 2022 - 31 Dec 2023

Māori Cultural Performance

Take a lively journey through the story of Aotearoa New Zealand and Tāmaki Makaurau (Auckland)

02 Nov 2022 - 23 Dec 2023

Genealogy Research

Come down and meet the friendly genealogy team and learn all about your family history!

01 Nov 2022 - 31 Mar 2023

The Incredible Rooftop Tour

Come up with us, hear the history and be amazed by the unbeatable views

01 Oct 2022 - 31 Mar 2023

SWITCH UP: Sustainable Solutions

Get ready to take on the challenge with MOTAT and switch up your thinking to improve our environment.

03 Sep 2022 - 26 Mar 2023

Walls to Live Beside, Rooms to Own: The Chartwell Show

This free exhibition is a response to our relationship to life at home, which has been impacted during the global pandemic.