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Transport 17 Jun 2022

Construction starting soon on the Eastern Busway from Pakuranga 

In February 2022 Auckland Transport (AT) approved the design of the Eastern Busway between Pakuranga and Ti Rakau Drive Bridge.

17 Jun 2022

South Auckland street name honours Rugby League legends

A private road in Papatoetoe now honours the legendary Leuluai family of South Auckland, that has given the country Rugby League legends like James Leuluai.

Environment 16 Jun 2022

Aotea Transfer Station opens in July

Aotea / Great Barrier Island is taking another positive step towards achieving the Zero Waste 2040 target.

16 Jun 2022

Henderson Civic Building reopens after refurbishment

The Henderson Civic building has reopened its doors to the public following a six-month comprehensive refurbishment programme.

Council news 16 Jun 2022

Wild weather wreaks havoc in the treetops

Arborists and contractors kept busy with storm damage, and Pukekawa loses a grand old specimen on Domain Drive.

Community 15 Jun 2022

Franklin goes bats

The elusive long-tailed bat (pekapeka tou roa) might be more prevalent across Franklin than first thought.

Conservation 15 Jun 2022

Hibiscus and Bays community planting days open to all

Thousands of native plants ready for planting in local parks across the Hibiscus and Bays Local Board area.

Events

26 Jul 2024 - 11 Oct 2024

Drop-In Ceramics Studio

Need some time to work on a project? Want some technical advice on your process? On Fridays you...

05 Jul 2024 - 20 Dec 2024

Fibre Friday

Get ready to unwind and get crafty every Friday morning at New Lynn Library.

18 May 2024 - 29 Nov 2024

Free Ukulele class & open mic

Join Sonia Wilson and the members of the 4 String Sing Ukulele Ensemble for our weekly Ukulele cl...

17 May 2024 - 13 Dec 2024

Whangaparāoa Library's Wriggle & Rhyme

Wriggle and Rhyme is a programme that promotes active movement and brain development for babies a...

03 May 2024 - 26 Jul 2024

Crafternoons

Come and get your craft on in a neurodivergent & queer friendly space at the library.

03 May 2024 - 06 Dec 2024

English Conversation Class

Practice speaking English for everyday life in New Zealand and make new friends!

03 May 2024 - 06 Dec 2024

Mandarin Rhymetime

Enjoy Chinese language and culture through music, stories, and activities!   

03 May 2024 - 20 Dec 2024

Lunchtime drop in drawing

Keen to practice your sketching and observation skills in a relaxed environment? Be inspired by a...