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Community 30 Apr 2024

Nathan family returns for Homestead's swansong before it closes for renewal work

A crowd that included founding family members has gathered at Nathan Homestead, ahead of renewal and seismic-strengthening work, to celebrate its place at the heart of Manurewa. 

Community 10 Apr 2024

Taste of Franklin food gala sells out

More than 100 guests joined the Kitchen Project’s Kai Franklin Chef's Table dinner.

Conservation 2 Apr 2024

Kōkako spread their wings

Kōkako appear to be moving out of a protected area to establish new nesting sites.

Community 8 Mar 2024

There will be no MOTH-ING around in this competition

Enthusiastic students in the Howick Local Board area can compete in the boards annual Moth Plant Pod Competition and help to protect and restore the natural environment.

Arts 5 Mar 2024

Embrace a beginner’s mindset and learn new skills for free

Acquiring new skills is a great workout for our brains, as it improves our well-being and often provides opportunities to connect with others.

Community 24 Nov 2023

Ethnic communities enjoy sense of belonging

A forum has allowed ethnic community members to speak about what it's like to make Howick home.

14-24 year olds 23 Nov 2023

Papakura students get help to chase dreams

Grants to 18 Papakura rangatahi will help them pursue their studies.

14-24 year olds 7 Nov 2023

Franklin locals learn to dance for Diwali

Franklin locals were invited to learn Indian dance ahead of Diwali.

Events176 Results

07 Apr 2024 - 01 Dec 2024

Death Cafe - Birkenhead Library

Enjoy a group-directed discussion about death with no agenda, objectives or themes.

07 Apr 2024 - 22 Dec 2024

Chess Club

Chess Club for all ages, bring your friends & family and have a game in the library.

10 Sep 2023 - 08 Dec 2024

Shared Reading Group

Join us for our monthly shared reading group where we will read and discuss a short story and poem.

13 May 2024 - 15 Dec 2024

Digital Drop-In Sessions for Seniors

Drop-in and connect with a librarian to expand your digital knowledge!

02 May 2024 - 19 Dec 2024

Plunket Meadowbank Playgroup

Join us on Monday mornings for some fun, friendship, support, and child-led play!

11 Apr 2024 - 20 May 2024

'Weathering the Storm' free workshop

Learn how to navigate the uncertainty of disaster recovery, support children and others through e...

08 Apr 2024 - 09 Dec 2024

Ukulele Classes

Do you want to learn the uke? No experience required for this beginner ukulele class.

12 Mar 2024 - 10 Nov 2024

Wriggle & Rhyme - Parnell Library

Join our librarian's for a half hour of movement, song and fun to help your kiddo's social, menta...