What was once a basic play space with hardly anything to do, Rock Daisy Crescent Reserve in Māngere has now been completely transformed into a fun, safe, and welcoming space for local families.
Thanks to the support and funding from the Māngere-Ōtāhuhu… Continue reading
Community grants are now open until 11 July 2025 for a minimum of $3k. APPLY HERE.
Grants are open in two rounds. Round 1: Apply between 2 June – 11 July 2025, for projects starting after 1 October
Round 2: Opens 5 January 2026 for projects… Continue reading
Nestled at the edge of Purewa Creek in Mission Bay, Kepa Bush Reserve is more than just a patch of bush.
This peaceful, leafy sanctuary is a special place for Ōrākei Local Board deputy chair Sarah Powrie, who talks us through why it’s one of her favour… Continue reading
Reduced rate for the Onehunga Business Improvement District (BID).
The Onehunga Business Improvement District (BID) has been reduced from $1,000,000 to $410,000.
The Governing Body will set the BID targeted rate as part of the Annual Plan and bud… Continue reading
Lagoon Edge is set to be upgraded, with new furniture, more space and lighting
The work will take nine months to complete
Maungakiekie-Tāmaki Local Board Chair Maria Meridith has welcomed the upgrade
Panmure’s Lagoon Edge is set for a glow… Continue reading
Auckland Council Libraries are leading the way lifting literacy across Tāmaki Makaurau with a stack of activities, support and smart technology.
With 56 local libraries across the Auckland region, a fleet of mobile libraries on the road and borrowing… Continue reading
New Onehunga upgrade, the Waiapu Precinct, will start in June 2025.
The upgrades include: new spaces for families, improved walking and cycling connections, a new playground, more green areas.
To minimise disruption, construction will be staged o… Continue reading
The room is calm, but alive. Soft lights, gentle sounds, and space to breathe. Tamariki (children) take it in – no noise, no rush, no need to explain. Just a moment where everything feels right.
It was Sensory Fun Day at Ōtara Library on 29 April – par… Continue reading
Annalong Park playground is open following a $158,000 refresh
The upgrade began in March and opened in April
Feedback on Howick Local Board playgrounds strategy has helped the board make decisions around play opportunities in the area
Annalong Park… Continue reading
Kirks Bush in Papakura has been transformed from a neglected area into a cherished native forest, thanks to dedicated local volunteers.
A new oral history project, led by historian Janine Irvine and funded by Papakura Local Board, is preserving th… Continue reading