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Cleaning up our environment 27 Jun 2022

Reviving our Gulf

The humble mussel doing incredible things

Community 13 Jun 2022

Ōrākei Seniors Forum on Health 2022

Residents at seven local retirement villages were asked what they wanted hear about, the answer was ‘health’

Community 27 May 2022

Creative Humans shine in the community

A new art programme is set to bring art to communities - from beaches to town centres

Parks / Outdoors 29 Apr 2022

New lookout at Churchill Park

A new lookout has been created at the highest point in Churchill Park in Glendowie, offering 360-degree views over the city including Te Naupata/Musick Point and toward Motukorea/Browns Island. 

Have your say 17 Feb 2022

Have your say on plans for The Landing

The Landing is an intensively used park located on the seaward side of Tamaki Drive, and its management plan is undergoing a refresh to better include the various communities who use the area.

Kids / Family 27 Jan 2022

Mission Bay’s iconic playground to be upgraded

A comprehensive remodel of the playground at Selwyn Reserve on the Mission Bay waterfront is now underway. Auckland Council will create an adventure playground with a wider age group and an increased volume of foot traffic in mind.

Community 25 Nov 2021

Local Business Awards a timely boost

Congratulations to all winners in the Ōrākei Local Board Business Awards, 2021.

4 Nov 2021

Mission Bay’s Trevor Moss Davis Memorial Fountain switched on after water restrictions lifted

Following the lifting of Auckland’s remaining water restrictions in October, Mission Bay’s beloved water fountain will be switched back on this weekend. However, Auckland Council is urging visitors to Selwyn Reserve to refrain from splashing about...

Events

02 Oct 2024

Highwic Baking: Ingredients with a Pacific influence

Follow the delicious smell of authentic baking.

02 Oct 2024

Ponsonby Presents: queer conversation with Edward Cowley

Explore local and personal heritage as Edward shares stories from the days before homosexual law...

02 Oct 2024 - 11 Oct 2024

Visit Highwic and Make a Wind Vane

Bring the kids to visit Highwic and make your own wind vane.

03 Oct 2024

Auckland’s Treasured Old Pubs

Come along for this illustrated talk with a feast of architectural images, presented by Dr Brian...

03 Oct 2024

Sustainable Conservation of Pacific Art and Heritage

The talk explores some of these items, their meanings, and sustainable conservation methods for P...

05 Oct 2024

Parnell Heritage Walks - Auckland Domain

Take an informative wander through Auckland Domain.

05 Oct 2024

Parnell Heritage Walks - Streams and Gullies

With a renewed focus on natural landscapes and hidden treasures, our storytellers celebrate their...

07 Oct 2024 - 08 Oct 2024

Viva Viola

Join us for a exciting musical performance.