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Community 12 Dec 2025

Reflecting on 15 years: Auckland Council and southern communities

From new parks to major upgrades, South Auckland’s local boards are behind some of the biggest wins for our communities - creating spaces and opportunities that bring people together and build pride in our place.

Community 12 Dec 2025

Northern local boards mark 15 Years of Auckland Council

Auckland Council turns 15 this month! To mark the milestone, we’re celebrating local projects that have made a difference in our communities — see the highlights from north of the Harbour Bridge.

Council news 12 Dec 2025

Ngā Hapori Momoho / Thriving Communities fund opens

Auckland Council recognises that communities are the heart and soul of Tāmaki Makaurau and the importance of supporting initiatives to help more Aucklanders to live well.

Community 12 Dec 2025

Auckland Council’s Music and Movies in Parks returns, with a twist this season for the music events

Auckland Council’s popular Music and Movies in Parks series returns this summer for 2026.

Arts 10 Dec 2025

From museum to a thriving neighbourhood hub - Te Toi Uku celebrates heritage with community 

Step inside Te Toi Uku / Crown Lynn Museum today and you’ll notice the transformation instantly.

Community 10 Dec 2025

Powering up with sunshine in Claris

Claris Club and Conference Centre are now powered by solar thanks to grant funding from the local board.

Climate action 8 Dec 2025

More funding, more impact:

$1m boost to power up community climate action and emergency preparedness across Auckland

Community 3 Dec 2025

Inside the park upgrade that’s transforming Barry Curtis Park

Think of the Wetlands Building as your upgraded basecamp — $1.3M later, it’s got improved restrooms, better shelter, and more spots to relax, picnic, and BBQ.

Events259 Results

28 Feb 2026

Summer Spectacular

Fun for kids, entertainment and live music for all, and huge beach vibes in Browns Bay.

28 Feb 2026

Te Ara Tahuna - Ōrewa estuary guided bike tour

Learn about the unique natural and cultural heritage of the are and important restoration taking...

28 Feb 2026 - 01 Mar 2026

Honu and Blue's Sealife Clues storytime

Celebrate Seaweek at the Maritime Museum with a fun‑filled weekend as we premiere the delightful...

03 Mar 2026

Witheford Reserve Regeneration Working Bee

Led by an expert ecologist, we work alongside a group of volunteers to regenerate this special re...

05 Mar 2026 - 24 Mar 2026

Eskdale Regeneration Champions

Come and join us for a hands-on, behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to nurture and protect o...

07 Mar 2026

Family Day Out

Join other locals for some free family-friendly fun in the heart of Northcote.

07 Mar 2026

Guided Walk through Te Ara Awataha

Join us for a relaxed, story-rich walk along Te Ara Awataha, guided by our ecologist who has been...

07 Mar 2026

Papakura ParkFEST

Gather your friends, bring the family and celebrate summer at ParkFEST 2026.