Arts, sports, community, cultural and ethnic groups have been supported with grants funding. The round was larger than usual because funds allocated to projects hit by the pandemic were returned, allowing more money to be distributed. More here.
Rangatahi scholarships open
Our Rangatahi Youth Scholarships are open for applications from those aged 12-24 with a connection to our area. You must be a citizen or resident and include a support letter from a principal, teacher, tutor or community leader. More here.
Try tai chi for free
Our friends from the Auckland Southern Districts Chinese Society would love to see you at the Botanic Gardens in August to try tai chi. It’s fun, gentle, suitable for all ages and fitness levels and a brilliant way to learn this ancient art. More here.
Be a responsible pet owner
Whether you’re a cat or a dog person, pets bring joy to our lives. Being a responsible owner means doing everything we can to keep our pets happy, healthy, and safe, while preventing them causing harm to our environment. More here.
Waste grants up for grabs
Have you got a clever idea for cutting waste? Auckland Council is offering grants of up to $50,000 as part of the annual Waste Minimisation and Innovation Fund / Te pūtea Whakamōkito Para me te Auahatanga. More here.
We love to read
Our libraries present We Read Auckland | Ka Pānui Tātau i Tāmaki Makaurau from 15 to 28 August. Join us for an exciting free programme of live and online events that celebrate readers and writers and the stories that bring us together. More here.
Help create a superhero!
It's time to nominate an environmental hero, or team of heroes, for their work helping Auckland’s nature to thrive. The annual Mayoral Conservation Awards recognise and celebrate community-powered conservation. More here.
Stay in contact
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