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Community 24 May 2024

Take part in renewing Kimpton Park playground

We’ve heard the call from our community, and we are listening – Kimpton Park playground is up for renewal and a much-needed do-over, and locals are now encouraged to have their say on plans for the space.

Development 23 May 2024

Room with a view: Takapuna community hub design to feature ocean views

Plans to develop a combined library and community hub in Takapuna have taken another step forward.

Cleaning up our environment 23 May 2024

Funds offered to protect waterways

Applications to Auckland Council’s Regional Waterway Protection Fund open soon.

22 May 2024

Decision for Hunters Corners BID Programme

The Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board will not provide funds for the Hunters Corner Business Improvement District (BID) in the coming year.

22 May 2024

Patrols underway at west Auckland transport hubs

A new operation will see increased visibility of Police and other agencies across some of west Auckland’s largest transport hubs.

14-24 year olds 22 May 2024

Plea for driver care around schools

Winter cold and rain can make children dash across busy roads.

Community 22 May 2024

Councillor sees benefits in funding model

Fairer funding will put the city's 21 local boards on a more even playing field.

Cleaning up our environment 21 May 2024

Friends of Kirks Bush celebrate 30 years

Volunteers have making a difference at Kirks Bush for 30 years.

Events

27 Jul 2024 - 07 Sep 2024

Exhibition: Ode to Joy

In this exhibition, the work of four artists and a musician from different walks of life, extend...

27 Jul 2024 - 07 Sep 2024

Quiet Hour at Stardome: Low-sensory planetarium sessions

A guided planetarium session exploring the night sky, led by a presenter.

27 Jul 2024 - 28 Sep 2024

Illustrate with Acrylics

Join us to learn the art of illustration and ignite your child's imagination.

27 Jul 2024 - 30 Nov 2024

Dough and Play

Have fun with dough modelling, creative art and quality time for your whole family.

13 Jul 2024 - 08 Dec 2024

Dungeons & Dragons | Leys Institute Little Library

Come to Little Leys’ Dungeon & Dragons club to start your table-top fantasy roleplay adventure.

11 May 2024 - 15 Dec 2024

Storytime - Mt Roskill Library

Come along and join in our fun stories and songs!

23 Mar 2024 - 15 Dec 2024

Storytime

Listen to our librarians share some of their favourite picture books.

02 Mar 2024 - 21 Dec 2024

Bi-lingual Storytime

Bi-lingual session, we will introduce children to the sound of different languages & introduce th...