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Community 29 Sep 2025

Puketāpapa passion: Bobby Shen steps down from local board

After serving two terms on the Puketāpapa Local Board, member Bobby Shen is saying goodbye to local body politics.

Hauraki Gulf 26 Sep 2025

Power boost to council facilities on Aotea

Council facilities in Claris will benefit from solar power system upgrades and repairs, thanks to $800,000 Fix and Finish funding.

Community 25 Sep 2025

Richard Northey retires after 46 years of public service

Waitematā Local Board has bid farewell to long-serving member Richard Northey.

Kids / Family 25 Sep 2025

Inaugural play month to kick off in Tāmaki Makaurau

Auckland Council invites all Aucklanders to join in on Celebrating Play this October.

Community 25 Sep 2025

Celebrating Chinese Kiwi heritage in New Windsor 

A rich Chinese heritage is recognised and celebrated in Whau, with a local park now carrying the name of its last private owner, Avondale Market gardener Lowe Nam. 

Safety 25 Sep 2025

Compliance wardens now on Kaipātiki streets

Two new compliance wardens are adding an extra level of safety and compliance in Kaipātiki thanks to a pilot programme funded by the local board.

Community 24 Sep 2025

The Joyful Movement a finalist in NZ Rainbow Excellence Awards 2025

“We’re thrilled that Auckland Council and The Joyful Movement are a finalist. This project is a true community effort."

Community 23 Sep 2025

Watercare opens the gates to Beachlands Wastewater Treatment Plant

Watercare is inviting the communities of Beachlands and Maraetai to step behind the gates and explore the Beachlands Wastewater Treatment Plant.

Events254 Results

28 Feb 2025 - 19 Dec 2025

Tai Chi at Birkenhead Library

Join us for Tai Chi classes every Friday!

14 Feb 2025 - 12 Dec 2025

Whangaparāoa Library's BrainCharge

BrainCharge is a fun and engaging brain fitness programme for adults.

07 Feb 2025 - 12 Dec 2025

Jiggle & Wiggle

Join us for a fun-filled morning of music, dancing, and movement.

07 Feb 2025 - 19 Dec 2025

Wriggle & Rhyme Central City Library

Wriggle and Rhyme is a programme that promotes active movement and brain development for babies a...

07 Feb 2025 - 11 Dec 2026

Chess Club at Avondale Library

Join us every Friday after school for a fun and friendly chess session.

31 Jan 2025 - 19 Dec 2025

Digital Help Drop-Ins

Drop in to our sessions with a tech query for some one-on-one digital coaching!

02 Sep 2024 - 30 Sep 2027

Climate Action Trail

The Climate Action Trail at Auckland’s Botanic Gardens is the perfect adventure!

06 Dec 2025

Board Games Bonanza

Learn some new games or challenge our game masters alongside a nice cup of tea or coffee from Aim...