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Community 11 Feb 2025

Whau park gifted dual Māori name

Tiakina was gifted by local iwi Te Kawerau ā Maki, creating the dual name of Tiakina / Sister Rene Shadbolt Park.

Council news 4 Feb 2025

Most Aucklanders continue to rate their quality of life highly

Auckland’s topline results for the 2024 Rangahau te Korou o te Ora / Quality of Life Survey have been released, showing 75 per cent of Aucklanders rate their overall quality of life positively.

Community 3 Feb 2025

New footbridge opens in Wellsford

A new footpath and pedestrian bridge enables residents to walk from Rodney Street to Centennial Park without having to cross busy State Highway 1.

Community 3 Feb 2025

Welcome to Ōtara-Papatoetoe

With a strong commitment to inclusivity, the Ōtara-Papatoetoe board has launched a comprehensive Welcoming Plan as part of the Welcoming Communities programme.

Community 31 Jan 2025

Greenhithe park wins international green award

Wainoni Park in the Upper Harbour Local Board area has won the coveted Green Flag award.

Community 31 Jan 2025

Come together: Wesley festival to unite Puketāpapa  

Puketāpapa is one of the most culturally diverse areas in Tāmaki Makaurau, with English the second language for a large number of its residents. 

Community 31 Jan 2025

A democracy love story: everyone gets a seat

Who do you talk to if there’s a problem with public facilities or amenities?

Community 31 Jan 2025

Welcoming communities to the Whau

The Whau Local Board area welcomes many new residents year-round, including migrants, refugees and international students.

Events249 Results

06 Oct 2025 - 15 Dec 2025

Te Manawa Kids Play

A drop-in session for active babies and toddlers in the Children’s space! Tamariki can play with...

08 Sep 2025 - 15 Dec 2025

Senior's Social Group

Come along and enjoy a warm, welcoming space where seniors can relax, connect with others, and sh...

01 Sep 2025 - 19 Dec 2025

Justice of the Peace

Come visit the local Justice of the Peace for all your community services.

11 Aug 2025 - 08 Dec 2025

Movie Monday at Rānui Library

Whether you're keen to discover something new or just want a quiet place to unwind, Movie Monday...

11 Aug 2025 - 15 Dec 2025

Shore Knitters

Connect with new individuals, forge friendships, and enjoy the company of this friendly group wit...

06 Aug 2025 - 20 Dec 2026

Sandringham Community Playgroup

Stay for as little or as long as you like, on whichever days you prefer.

14 Jul 2025 - 08 Dec 2025

Book Chat

You're invited to our informal monthly book chat to share your current reads, favourite books, or...

14 Jul 2025 - 08 Dec 2025

Rhymetime at New Lynn War Memorial Library

Bring along your tamariki & enjoy a morning of music, rhymes, dance and more.