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Beaches 22 Nov 2022

Cars on Karioitahi a growing problem

Surf lifesavers are concerned there are now so many vehicles on Karioitahi Beach that public safety is at risk.

Health / Wellbeing 21 Nov 2022

A hearty new addition to the island

Two lifesaving devices are arriving on Aotea / Great Barrier thanks to the Community Heart Care Project.

Community 21 Nov 2022

Howick's Point View Track reopens in time for summer

Rediscover Point View Track this summer. Freshly upgraded, the bush path has re-opened, following a couple of months of improvements and prevention work against kauri dieback.

Community 21 Nov 2022

No.3 Roskill Theatre is tops

A little theatre group is quietly gaining momentum and a solid local following thanks to its original content and funding from Puketāpapa Local Board.

Community 18 Nov 2022

Manurewa residents connecting with the digital world

The ability to learn new skills is helping one group of senior residents connect with the digital world.

Community 18 Nov 2022

Where to next for Wellsford's cherished Centennial Park?

The public now has a chance to influence the future of Wellsford's much-loved Centennial Park.

18 Nov 2022

Amplifying the voice of our tamariki

Glen Innes young people are raising their voices on issues that affect them.

Conservation 16 Nov 2022

Attracting shorebirds back to Tahuna Torea

A 3D printed pied stilt (poaka) decoy is being used to attract shorebirds.

Events

13 Apr 2023

Mahurangi Wastebusters activity time

Learn how to be Kaitiaki of our environment by reducing waste to landfills.

13 Apr 2023

Peacock Colour Splash

Chloe will enrich our understanding of watercolour techniques through step-by-step demonstrations and plenty of individual attention.

13 Apr 2023

Poppy craft design at Helensville Library

Make a poppy out of recycled materials, to add to the Library's memorial wall.

13 Apr 2023

Robogals Workshop

This activity is presented by Robogals, a group of Auckland University students who aim to promote STEM skills for kids.

13 Apr 2023

SEALIFE Kelly Tarlton’s Conservation morning

Come and listen to SEALIFE Kelly Tarlton’s Conservation Talk with a visitor from Kelly Tarltons.

13 Apr 2023

Walking into The Night: Experiencing Darkness and The Natural World - EcoFest

During the walk, we will explore our relationship to darkness, using our senses, imagination, and night-altered powers of observation.

13 Apr 2023 - 20 Apr 2023

Junior Ranger pest detectives

We will create our very own chew cards and pest-monitoring tunnels to take home.

07 Apr 2023 - 23 Apr 2023

Eco Warriors April School Holidays Programme: Blockhouse Bay Library

Come along for the exciting activities during the school holidays from 7-23 April.