In this workshop, you will discover the rich history and cultural significance of origami, and also learn techniques suitable for all skill levels. We will explore the beauty of traditional origami as well as the innovative use of recycled paper, encouraging environmental consciousness by transforming everyday materials into stunning works of art. Choose from a variety of patterned papers and create intricate designs with easy-to-follow instructions. Whether you're a beginner or experienced, this workshop is sure to inspire—let’s fold, create, and enjoy!

Note: this workshop is aimed at adults.

Akiko Diegel was born in Japan and has lived in Japan, the Middle East, North America and Europe. She then moved to New Zealand and graduated with a Master of Fine Arts from the Elam School of Fine Arts in 2008. Since 2005, Diegel has been in several significant group and solo exhibitions at the Gus Fisher Gallery, Hastings City Art Gallery, Stark White Gallery, Tauranga Art Gallery, The New Dowse Gallery, The Arts House Trust in New Zealand, New York and in Sweden. Diegel’s work is held in public and private collections in New Zealand and around the world.

Needing help with work or preparing for work? Have questions around housing, MSD services or budgeting? Come to this community event. Free sausage sizzes available on the day. Spot Prizes

Beach Cleanup, panic and live music. Bring sunscreen, water and food.

The Future Starts with Us.

Creating a truly inclusive society requires all of us to take part. Whether you are a parent, educator, policy-maker, or simply someone who believes in the power of belonging, you have a role to play in shaping a better future for neurodivergent individuals.

Thank you to our partners Acorn Neurodiversity and Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei - Whai Māia for sharing your expertise and aroha for this kauapapa, Orakei School for providing a safe environment, allowing Cheekee Hero to host this event and to Auckland Council for your unwavering support.

Click the link to find out more and join us on this journey - https://www.cheekeehero.com

St Heliers Bay Village is a bustling and vibrant area, where locals and other Aucklanders come to enjoy the beach, eat some delicious food, stroll through the shops and get a fantastic view of Rangitoto Island. Auckland Transport (AT), the local board and the business association want everyone visiting to have a great time without worrying about finding a parking spot or getting a fine. AT acknowledges that parking availability in the village is limited, and it needs to be managed carefully.

To do this, we are proposing changes to the existing parking in St Heliers.

What we want your feedback on

We want to hear your thoughts feedback on the proposed changes. Have we missed anything? Your local perspective and insights are invaluable for our decision-making process.

How you can have your say

Have your say by completing the online feedback form below. The survey is open from 3 March 2025 and closes on 31 March 2025.

Public Information Day

Venue: Tāmaki Ex-Services Association Hall, 19 Turua St, Auckland.

Date: Saturday, 15 March 2025

Time: 10:00 am to 12:00 pm

Gain essential knowledge on a wide range of family violence topics and engage in activities to prevent family violence.

Dates: Saturdays,

8 February, 15 March, 12 April, 17 May, 14 June, 12 July, 16 August, 13 September, 11 October, 15 November, and 6 December

Time: 10:00am-12:00pm, Refreshment: 12:00pm-12:30pm

Venue: 101 Church Street, Onehunga (free parking nearby)

Note:

• Each session addresses a topic.

• Exact date and topics will be confirmed two weeks in advance.

To sign up, please scan the QR code or email us on sherry.xue@asiannetwork.org.nz

Come along and learn more about this age-related ey disease. How to reduce your risk, the latest treatments, and support available.

Provided by Age Concern Auckland. Details HERE

Join us and listen to insightful talks by:

* Jacques Sassin from Home Instead Auckland
* Sheena Hendon from Sheena Hendon Health
* Sarah Freiberg from Harbour Sport
* Local JP explaining JP services

No booking required, just drop in!

エラズリーでも！
日本人シニアを中心とした異世代交流「集まろう会」のお知らせ

おかげさまで、ご参加くださる皆様の活性の様子がAuckland Councilの方にも徐々に認知いただけておりまして、この度、Orakei Local Boardともコミュニティー活性に向けコラボレーションをスタートできることが決まりました！

早速、今月から毎月第２木曜日１０時〜１２時、Leicester Hallでも「集まろう会」を開催いたします。

Ellerslie会場は、これまでご参加者さんが少ないマヌカウ方面からも通いやすい場所となります。
ぜひ、皆様の周りの日本人、日本語を話す方々へ情報周知のご協力をお願いいたします。

今後も、多彩で多才な皆様と楽しいチャレンジを通して、共創できるコミュニティー「集まろう会」を一緒に盛り上げてくださると嬉しいです。

なお、この機会に、受付メールアドレスをエイジ・コンサーンアジアンサービスチームのものに統一することとしました。日常生活における質問等も同じメールアドレスにしていただけます。

Meet our community Police team, find out what’s going on in Ellerslie and ask any questions. An Ellerslie Business Association event. Coffee is on us!

It’s Ōrākei Local Board and Sustainable Schools Mothplant competition time again.

We will be launching the 2025 Ōrākei Local Board Schools Mothplant Competition and invite you to come along.

When: Wednesday 12 March 3.30-5.30pm

Where: St Thomas' School (directions at the school office), parking can be found along Allum Street and down Hopkins Crescent, or down John Rymer Place.

Who: Bring yourself, other interested staff, parents and students

Cost: Free

RSVP by Wednesday 5 March using this form https://forms.gle/7JqRcAseUrDPnTCj7 for catering purposes.

 We invite you to come along to find out how to enter and what to do to win some awesome prizes.

Looking forward to seeing you there. 

It’s a chance to network with other Ōrākei School teachers, students and community groups at St Thomas' School, who were the 2024 winning school.  

Please come along to learn about what is happening in our Ōrākei Environment.

There are some opportunities to identify other pest weeds as well as Mothplant with new prize categories too.

For early registrations and more information click here https://forms.gle/wp8RLsyTxcSXQPR98

Attend an in-person community event or an online information session to have your say on our proposals for Auckland's Annual Plan 2025/2026.

Tuesday 11 March 2025, 5.30pm to 7pm

Tagalad Reserve Bowling Club, 9 Tagalad Road, Mission Bay

What you need to know and How to make it happen. Details HERE

Register with Real World Living HERE.

Join us for plant maintenance and weeding of the volunteer-planted native plants.

These are planted annually by Waiatarua Protection Society with support from Rotary Club of St Johns Elleralie, and they need our help to keep from being choked by weeds.

Meet in the Abbotts Way car park at 10am to learn where the group will be working.

This is a MONTHLY event, the second Sunday of every month (not December or January).

Details HERE

Welcome to St. Heliers Market. Open from 9am to 1pm on the 2nd Saturday of each month at the Tamaki Ex-Services Association Hall.

Discover a treasure trove of handmade goodies from talented local makers and creators. From stunning jewelry and pottery to unique homewares and one-of-a-kind gifts, there's something for everyone.

Come and support your local community while enjoying a fantastic shopping experience. We can't wait to see you there!

Come along and hear more about the role of the High Commissioner and the unique partnership between New Zealand and Australia.
Please submit questions in advance to so we can ensure all topics are covered.
The Australian High Commission is the official representative of the Australian Government in New Zealand, Tokelau and the Pitcairn Islands, representing Australia's interests to government and business organisations. St Heliers Community Centre, 100 St Heliers Bay Road

Details HERE

Join our engaging workshops designed for small business owners and managers. Enhance your leadership skills with practical insights and strategies.

Friday 14, 21, 28 February and 7 March, 9:30am to 11am

Cost: $356 (incl GST)

Benefits:

• Improve leadership skills

• Gain actionable insights

• Network with peers

• Support your community

Workshops include:

1. Time Management - Master techniques to prioritise tasks and boost productivity.

2. Delegation - Learn to effectively distribute tasks and empower your team.

3. Difficult Conversations - Navigate through tough dialogues while preserving relationships.

4. Decision Making - Make strategic decisions and foster team initiative.

REGISTER NOW

To secure your spot and elevate your business leadership.

Contact us at dunkirk@xtra.co.nz | 09 570 5539

Online information session

Wednesday 5 March 2025, 6pm to 7.30pm

In this online session you can learn more from the Auckland Council Finance team about the topics we are consulting on in this annual plan. You can also ask questions to subject-matter experts.

Registration link

Register for the Annual Plan 2025/2026 Online Information Session.

Tāmaki OCCI are looking for tamakrik, rangatahi, seniors interested in wakaama for the upcoming season…

Taitamariki and Intermediate (age 6 years to 13 years)

J16s, J19s, Seniors (age 13 years and up)

Club secretary Toru Kirianu - 021 0896 7966

Line-up: Captain Festus McBoyle, Michèle Ducray, Huia Hamon, Lost Tribe Aotearoa
Genres: Electronic, Pop, Reggae
Accessibility: Limited mobility parking, smoke-free, alcohol-free

When it comes to Auckland waterfront parks, Mission Bay is an iconic picnic spot – and we have packed you a musical picnic with tunes from great Kiwi artists and a side serving of summer roots reggae.

Captain Festus McBoyle’s Travellin’ Variety Show hits the stage first, bringing their madcap musical comedy to entertain the kids. Then, dark-pop artist Michèle Ducray delivers spellbinding songs about the fantastical and mystical.

Huia Hamon takes over with electronic beats, organic percussion, live guitars and deep harmonies. Huia’s set is a richly layered big bass sound with conscious lyrics in te reo Māori, English and a touch of Spanish.

Lost Tribe Aotearoa heads this line up. The 8-piece family-based band is from Raglan and bring a sound that’s an eclectic mix of roots, dub, rock, ska and blues. They’re known for their high-energy live shows – head on down to Mission Bay to catch their uplifting vibes!

Got a question? Check our FAQs or follow us on Facebook for the latest updates.

Presented by Auckland Council. Supported by iHeartRadio and The New Zealand Herald.

The Chow Luck Club Market is a vibrant weekly foodie market celebrating the rich diversity of global cuisine.

Held every Saturday, the market features an array of food stalls offering freshly prepared dishes from all over the world.

FREE ENTRY AND FREE PARKING

Where:
ParkCity, 261 Morrin Road, St Johns

When:
Every Saturday, 10am - 3pm

Join Whitebait Connection and Auckland Council Parks for this FREE workshop.

Details HERE, … and then book HERE.

Join our engaging workshops designed for small business owners and managers. Enhance your leadership skills with practical insights and strategies.

Friday 14, 21, 28 February and 7 March, 9:30am to 11am

Cost: $356 (incl GST)

Benefits:

• Improve leadership skills

• Gain actionable insights

• Network with peers

• Support your community

Workshops include:

1. Time Management - Master techniques to prioritise tasks and boost productivity.

2. Delegation - Learn to effectively distribute tasks and empower your team.

3. Difficult Conversations - Navigate through tough dialogues while preserving relationships.

4. Decision Making - Make strategic decisions and foster team initiative.

REGISTER NOW

To secure your spot and elevate your business leadership.

Contact us at dunkirk@xtra.co.nz | 09 570 5539

Have your say about disability support services in your region.

If you live in Auckland, you can register for one of the in-person workshops below:

• Parnell Community Centre – 26 February, 1.30pm-4pm

• Michaels Ave Community Centre – 27 February, 10am-12.30pm

• Pasifika Community Centre (Manukau Institute of Technology) – 28 February, 10am-12.30pm

If you live in a different area and would like to take part, check out the full list of in-person workshops on the Disability Support Services website: https://www.disabilitysupport.govt.nz/.../in-person-events

We’re consulting on the essential disability services and supports that people may get after an assessment from a Needs Assessment and Service Co-ordination organisation, or an Enabling Good Lives site.

While everyone is welcome, we especially want to hear from people receiving these services and whānau, carers, and advocates.

There are also online options to take part. Register or find out more on the DSS website: https://www.disabilitysupport.govt.nz/consultation

Get together with like-minded people and organizations working in and around Panmure.

- Collaborate and share Information
- Discounted capacity building and professional development opportunities
- Make connections Find out what’s going on in thecommunity

Bring: your flyers, brochures or business cards to exchange with other members.

Tea, coffee, milo, and snacks are provided.

Meetings dates 2025:

- Wed 26 February
- Wed 21 May
- Wed 27 August
- Wed 26 November

12:30-1:30pm
Dunkirk Road Activity Centre | 50 Dunkirk Road, Panmure

dunkirk@xtra.co.nz | 09 570 5539

The Chow Luck Club Market is a vibrant weekly foodie market celebrating the rich diversity of global cuisine.

Held every Saturday, the market features an array of food stalls offering freshly prepared dishes from all over the world.

FREE ENTRY AND FREE PARKING

Where:
ParkCity, 261 Morrin Road, St Johns

When:
Every Saturday, 10am - 3pm

Join our engaging workshops designed for small business owners and managers. Enhance your leadership skills with practical insights and strategies.

Friday 14, 21, 28 February and 7 March, 9:30am to 11am

Cost: $356 (incl GST)

Benefits:

• Improve leadership skills

• Gain actionable insights

• Network with peers

• Support your community

Workshops include:

1. Time Management - Master techniques to prioritise tasks and boost productivity.

2. Delegation - Learn to effectively distribute tasks and empower your team.

3. Difficult Conversations - Navigate through tough dialogues while preserving relationships.

4. Decision Making - Make strategic decisions and foster team initiative.

REGISTER NOW

To secure your spot and elevate your business leadership.

Contact us at dunkirk@xtra.co.nz | 09 570 5539

The Chow Luck Club Market is a vibrant weekly foodie market celebrating the rich diversity of global cuisine.

Held every Saturday, the market features an array of food stalls offering freshly prepared dishes from all over the world.

FREE ENTRY AND FREE PARKING

Where:
ParkCity, 261 Morrin Road, St Johns

When:
Every Saturday, 10am - 3pm