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Community 10 Jul 2025

Can we get a chee hoo...for the good our grants do!

Applications for round one of the Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board 2025/2026 grants programme is open for projects over $2,000 in arts, community, environment, events, heritage, sports or recreation. Apply by 8 August 2025.

Community 10 Jul 2025

What’s on your plate? Local Grants make it great

Over $139,000 in grants supported 41 local projects/groups in Māngere Ōtāhuhu last year, and the Māngere-Ōtāhuhu Local Board is here for those who step up for their neighbourhood.

Community 10 Jul 2025

Double the Local (Rua te rohe)

A new community-led initiative is bringing movement, music, and mana back to the heart of Ōtara, with seniors at the centre, thanks to a partnership between the Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board and Total Healthcare Charitable Trust.

Community 10 Jul 2025

The Toy Library that could: 30 years of magic in Howick

The Howick and Pakūranga Toy Library recently celebrated 30 years of providing an invaluable service to families in East Auckland.

Community 10 Jul 2025

Albert-Eden allocates $31.2m for 2025/2026

Pt Chev's Coyle Park playground will be upgraded as part of the 25/26 funding plans

Community 10 Jul 2025

Maungakiekie-Tāmaki Local Board invests over $40m for 2025/2026

Community programmes, youth engagement, events and new placemaking are some of the highlights of the Maungakiekie-Tāmaki Local Board’s plans for this financial year. 

Community 10 Jul 2025

Future funding: Puketāpapa invests $18.7m for 2025/2026

The 25/26 plan includes more upgrades to Taurangi.

Community 9 Jul 2025

5 ways to make new friends in Auckland

Check out these five ways to get to know Auckland and its people ahead of International Day of Friendship on 30 July.

Events253 Results

06 Dec 2025

Carols on the Green 2025

Enjoy free festivities in your local park with entertainment from nearby schools, stage performan...

06 Dec 2025

Christmas at Holy Trinity

Enjoy this concert with lots of fine music celebrating the best of Christmas in voice and brass.

06 Dec 2025

Donkey Santa Fun Day

Enjoy Santa, donkey rides, traditional games, a free BBQ, and more!

06 Dec 2025

Highwic Christmas Wreath Making Workshop

Carefully crafted using traditional mixed foliage, your wreath will take centre stage at home.

06 Dec 2025

Northcote Board Games Bonanza

Come and learn or play games like chess, mahjong, Go and Chinese chess with other locals.

06 Dec 2025

NYEGE: A Festive Wellness Carnival

A joyful, family-friendly fusion of movement, music, and Afro-diasporic energy in the heart of su...

06 Dec 2025

Ōwairaka and Wesley Community Day

The Community Day offers an excellent opportunity for individuals of all ages and abilities to co...

06 Dec 2025

Papa Ki Awataha Regeneration

Make a day of it by exploring the nearby playgrounds and green spaces afterwards, or enjoy a bite...