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History and highlights of Little Rangitoto Reserve
Ōrākei Local Board member David Wong tells us about Little Rangitoto Reserve.

Papakura says bye-bye bin tags
Papakura residents will no longer need to use prepaid bin tags from Thursday 1 May 2025 as council rubbish collections will be funded by residential property rates.

Northcote: a shining example of smart growth
Inside a decade, Northcote has become a residential community that exemplifies smart growth, in line with Auckland Council’s long-term vision for Tāmaki Makaurau.

Legends of the West celebrates local heritage
The 2025 West Auckland Heritage Conference is themed Legends of the West: The People Who Have Influenced Our Heritage.

Safer streets for Glen Innes and Onehunga
There will be safer connections for Glen Innes and Onehunga following the Maungakiekie-Tāmaki Local Board investment of $640,000 to improve road safety.

Jill Gibson’s 28 years at The Y Mt Albert Community and Leisure Centre
Jill Gibson has stepped away after 28 years working at The Y Mt Albert Community and Leisure Centre, to take up a new role at YMCA North Shore.

Discover democracy: youth engagement in action Puketāpapa
What do you do when rubbish bins in your local walking area are not put out correctly on the kerbside?

Midtown street party unveils hidden art gems
April’s midtown street party on Thursday 17 April is packed full of art, music, food, live painting and stories. It will also celebrate street culture now, and from decades past.
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World of waacking battles: Express your culture
In this World of Cultures battle edition - dancers must represent their ethnic culture/s either i...


STEM Fair
Discover the fascinating world of science, tech engineering and maths at the 2025 STEM Fair!

Green Clinics - Birkenhead Library
Each weekly clinic focuses on a different sustainability topic and are designed to educate on all...

Te Rā Ringa Raupa: Te Karanga o Te Rā
Threads of tradition: the journey of Te Rā Ringa Raupā and the revival of the Māori woven sail

Harvest & feast: Microgreens & salad growing workshop
Learn how to cultivate these nutritious greens at home.

Living tai chi
Come and experience the ancient Chinese art of Tai Chi for relaxation, balance and well-being.

Saturday book chat
Join us on a Saturday afternoon for a lively discussion about what you've been reading.