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Community 2 Jul 2025

Play that connects us

The Māngere-Ōtāhuhu Local Board’s 2025 Play Plan supports inclusive, everyday play for all ages, everywhere in the community.

Community 2 Jul 2025

Climate ready: Ōpaheke Park opens in Papakura

Papakura locals have a new passive park to enjoy thanks to Papakura Local Board, and it’s not just a greenspace for walking the dog or riding your bike.

Parks / Outdoors 1 Jul 2025

Four new North Shore playgrounds to explore

From pirate ships and sports courts to climbing frames and carousels, these four new and upgraded playgrounds on Auckland's North Shore are worth a visit.

Playgrounds 18 Jun 2025

State of play to change in Devonport - Takapuna

The Devonport - Takapuna Local board now has a forward-thinking new plan in place to rethink how the community uses its parks, reserves, and public spaces with the newly adopted 2025 Devonport-Takapuna Play Plan.

Community 18 Jun 2025

From Maunga to Moana: Where to greet the Matariki Stars

It’s time once again to turn your face to the north-eastern skies and search for the constellation known as Matariki.

Community 18 Jun 2025

Hobsonville’s new park – Te Kori Scott Point opens to the public

The opening of Te Kori Scott Point is a landmark moment for the Hobsonville community.

Community 11 Jun 2025

Rock Daisy rocks again

Once a simple play area, Rock Daisy Crescent Reserve in Māngere is now a vibrant, family-friendly space - revitalised with support from the Māngere-Ōtāhuhu Local Board and mana whenua..

Parks / Outdoors 11 Jun 2025

An urban adventure in Kepa Bush

Ōrākei Local Board deputy chair Sarah Powrie shares about her favourite green space.

Events45 Results

02 Sep 2024 - 30 Sep 2027

Climate Action Trail

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

15 Feb 2026

Botanical watercolours for beginners

Ideal for complete beginners in watercolour or those wanting to try a new medium.

17 Feb 2026 - 21 Apr 2026

Stream Care Day

Join us in caring for our precious waterways through hands-on ecological action.

13 Jan 2026 - 17 Feb 2026

Ranger Guided Walks

Discover the unique native flora and fauna of this forest ecosystem and learn about key environme...

19 Feb 2026

Vector Lights x Morning People Pride Party

Tāmaki Makaurau! Morning People is back on the waterfront for a special Pride edition, teaming up...

20 Feb 2026

Living in the sky - talk on grass roofs

Celebrate our Tangled Roots exhibition by discovering innovative ways grasses are being integrate...

05 Feb 2026 - 27 Feb 2026

Pekepeka at Point View

Come along to a free guided bat walk!

21 Feb 2026

Boulevard Arts Fiesta

A quintessential beach side fiesta featuring entertainment, food trucks and more.