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Community 30 Apr 2026

Walter Massey Park: a win for sport and community

Walter Massey Park in Māngere, has been transformed into a top-tier community sporting hub - made possible by the Māngere-Ōtāhuhu Local Board, Auckland Council, and the Māngere East Hawks Special Projects Team.

Community 7 Apr 2026

Four ways the Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board delivers on sustainability

Growing food, cutting costs, and building connection, Ōtara-Papatoetoe locals are turning to māra kai and community gardens, and the board is keen to help others get started.

Environment 7 Apr 2026

Five ways the Waiheke Local Board protects our environment

Across Waiheke, locals are taking action - trapping pests, restoring wetlands, reducing waste and protecting marine life. Backed by the Local Board, these efforts are helping safeguard the island’s environment and the wider Hauraki Gulf .

Taiao - Environment 7 Apr 2026

Five ways the Devonport-Takapuna Local Board protects our environment

From restoring native habitats to reducing waste and improving waterways, people across Devonport-Takapuna are working together to care for the local environment. with support from the local board.

Community 1 Apr 2026

Four a greener future

Here are four ways the Howick Local Board is protecting the environment and keeping our green spaces beautiful FOUR the future.

Council news 20 Mar 2026

Venue access: how we manage our bookable community spaces

Auckland Council’s Director of Community Rachel Kelleher responds to concerns about the council’s approach to venue hire of our community meeting halls and shared spaces.

Have your say 20 Mar 2026

Waitematā and Gulf residents: help us decide our priorities

What does the Annual Plan consultation mean for you?

Community 18 Mar 2026

The story of a brave teen and empathetic leaders addressing alcohol harm

The role of Auckland Council in listening to the community before amplifying and delivering change.

Events310 Results

05 Feb 2026 - 03 Dec 2026

Te Manawa Book Club

Join us every month to discuss the pukapuka | books we've loved (and maybe not so loved)!

03 Jul 2026 - 29 Jul 2026

Digital Together

Come along to a free drop-in session and discover how to make the most of Auckland Council’s onli...

05 Feb 2026 - 04 Dec 2026

Read together

Join in our shared readings, and enjoy a cuppa at Highland Park Library.

04 Jul 2026

He waiata mā Waitā — A song for Waitā

Join Hinekoia Tomlinson from Waiata Mai Vocal Coaching for a fun, inclusive waiata session for th...

04 Jul 2026

Matariki planting - Waitahurangi Awa

Come along for a community planting along the Waitahurangi Awa at Te Kōtuitanga (Olympic Park), N...

04 Jul 2026 - 19 Jul 2026

School Holidays - Māngere Bridge Library

Enjoy a range of fun and exciting activities for the school holidays!

04 Jul 2026 - 19 Jul 2026

The Stars of Matariki - Ngā Whetu o Matariki

Drop into the museum and watch the story of Matariki unfold through sand art.

06 Jun 2026 - 07 Nov 2026

Deanz Repair Cafe

A volunteer based service to repair, mend or fix broken items.