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Community 29 Jan 2026

Dropping in like its hot: new flow bowl construction underway

Get ready to drop into some gnarly moves at Onehunga Bay Reserve when the new flow bowl drops in April. 

Community 28 Jan 2026

5 top things to do in Upper Harbour

Discover Upper Harbour with adventures, festivals, outdoor movie, swimming and free fun — all supported by the Upper Harbour Local Board.

Council news 28 Jan 2026

Standing proud, in colours of the rainbow

In the countdown to Auckland Pride Festival, Auckland Council’s Director of Community Rachel Kelleher outlines why it’s important to stand with our rainbow communities in Tāmaki Makaurau. 

Community 27 Jan 2026

Waiheke board supports community and environmental projects in latest grant round

The Waiheke Local Board has allocated funding to a range of local and environmental projects through its Local and Environmental Grant Round, supporting initiatives that benefit the island’s community and environment.

Community 22 Jan 2026

Making moves with Local Grants

The Māngere-Ōtāhuhu Local Board is inviting community groups, organisations, and individuals to apply for the Board’s Local Grant round two, open from 12 January to 20 February 2026, for projects starting after 1 May 2026.

Community 22 Jan 2026

5 top things to do in Hibiscus and Bays

Enjoy affordable summer fun in Hibiscus and Bays with beach days, outdoor adventures, creative workshops and festivals; all backed by the Hibiscus and Bays Local Board.

Community 20 Jan 2026

Free summer swimming makes a splash in Whau

Whau locals are being invited to cool off for free this summer, thanks to a community swimming initiative delivered in partnership with local schools and Whau Local Board.

Community 19 Jan 2026

4 ways to come out and play, the local summer way

Whether it’s adventure, fun, or just a reason to enjoy the outdoors, all these activities or spaces are supported or funded by the Māngere-Ōtāhuhu Local Board, so you can make the most of summer the local way!

Events281 Results

27 Feb 2026 - 27 Nov 2026

Scottish Ceilidh

Join us for an evening of fun, easy dancing and live music.

28 Mar 2026

Beginners taonga pūoro wānanga

Come and explore the world of taonga pūoro, customary Māori instruments, in a wānanga environment...

28 Mar 2026

Cambodian Cultural Day

Get creative with handmade crafts and create your own unique pieces inspired by Cambodian culture.

28 Mar 2026

Chinese Brush Painting Workshop

Learn to paint iconic symbols "the Four Gentlemen" plants in Chinese Art. These plants are centra...

28 Mar 2026

Cultural Connections Play Day

Drop in at any time to explore a rotating selection of strategy, storytelling, and chance-based g...

28 Mar 2026

Dancing under the trees

Gather your friends and whānau, it’s time to move, groove, and discover dances from around the wo...

28 Mar 2026

Distance Street Photography

Explore the vibrant world of street photography with Zac Blair at Botany Library, part of World o...

28 Mar 2026

Dragon Bonsai Day 2026

Visitors can enjoy cultural performances, discover the philosophy behind this meditative art form...