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Community 29 Apr 2016

Plan A, B and C is Earth!

Enter the gates at Sylvia Park School and you’ll be amazed at what students there have created.

Environment 29 Apr 2016

Discover ‘Cook’s Scurvy Grass’ at the Botanic Gardens

Nau, or ‘Cook’s Scurvy Grass’, is one of the many coastal herbs which would have helped rid Captain Cook’s crew of scurvy.

Environment 28 Apr 2016

One bag of rubbish a year?

OurAuckland spoke with Auckland Council’s Waste Solutions Senior Advisor, Waveney Warth, who has some great tips those keen on a low-waste lifestyle.

Community 26 Apr 2016

Plenty of life at Symonds Street Cemetery

In May, Waitematā Local Board will celebrate the opening of upgraded paths and new walking trails at the Symonds Street cemetery.

Environment 21 Apr 2016

Exciting plans for former Greenmount Landfill

There are exciting proposals to transform the former Greenmount Landfill site at East Tamaki into a native forest alongside leisure areas, children’s play and fitness facilities, an off-leash dog area, walking and cycling tracks and access to the...

Community 20 Apr 2016

West Auckland’s new connection

Auckland Transport has revealed plans for a new shared path connecting New Lynn to Avondale.

Cycling 18 Apr 2016

Grafton Bridge taxi trial to end

Auckland Transport has decided to stop the Grafton Bridge taxi trial and return Grafton Bridge to a bus lane only between the hours of 7am and 7pm.

Community 14 Apr 2016

North Shore Resource Centre supports local community

For the past 36 years, the North Shore Resource Centre has supported North Shore schools, early childhood centres and community groups with cheap or free resources.

Events44 Results

14 Jun 2025

Avondale stream clean up

Come and help save the Whau Stream from rubbish and invasive weeds at this community stream clean...

14 Jun 2025

Sunnyvale stream spruce up

Come along and show some love to the Waari Stream in Sunnyvale.

14 Jun 2025

Waitaa ki te Maanuka, Waitii ki te Mangatangi, Waipuna ki te Rangi - OPENING EVENT

Attend the opening event and visit the magnificent works from the Ngaati Tamaoho Whaikairo, Raara...

14 Jun 2025 - 25 Jun 2025

Waitaa ki te Maanuka, Waitii ki te Mangatangi, Waipuna ki te Rangi - EXHIBITION

Admire the intricate craftsmanship, cultural expression, and storytelling in this beautiful exhib...

17 May 2025 - 14 Jun 2025

Sow, grow and eat: Mastering microgreens

Learn all about microgreens, sprouts, and salad greens, from planting to eating.

15 Jun 2025

Matariki ki te Moana

Have a go on a double hull Waka and enjoy being on the water for Matariki.

18 Jun 2025

Pest Liason Group Meeting - June 2025

Join us for an inspiring workshop featuring Abi Cunninghame, Project Manager for Pest Free Howick...

18 Jun 2025 - 25 Jun 2025

Waitaa ki te Maanuka, Waitii ki te Mangatangi, Waipuna ki te Rangi - WORKSHOPS

Learn the cultural significance, techniques, and stories woven into each piece.