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Libraries 14 Feb 2024

Point Chevalier interim library delayed

Despite reaching agreement for a lease at a Great North Road site, council has been informed that the business leasing the location is currently under negotiation for sale, and no longer available for lease.

Beaches 10 Jan 2024

Harbour pollution seen up close

Manukau Harbour Forum chair Jon Turner has been out with Sea Cleaners to see contamination and pollution for himself.

Plans / Projects 14 Dec 2023

On the tools in Mt Roskill

Four major water infrastructure projects under construction in Mt Roskill and its nearby suburbs will play a major role in supporting the construction of over 12,000 homes. 

Community 5 Dec 2023

Consciously clothing community outfit outgrows its space

Koha Apparel provides clean and quality clothing for those in need, while focusing on the major challenge of diverting textile from landfill.

Community 29 Nov 2023

Investigations into future Point Chevalier community hub underway

Four options are being investigated for future library and community services in Point Chevalier and will be presented to Albert-Eden Local Board in mid-2024.

Community 28 Nov 2023

Inaugural garden trail more fruitful than expected

In October, nine community and private gardens across the Albert-Eden Local Board area were open to the public to walk through and observe.

Community 16 Nov 2023

$47,000 awarded to Albert-Eden community

More than $175,000 of funding requests were made to the Albert-Eden Local Board, with a total $47,100 awarded to eligible projects that align with the board’s objectives and priorities.

Libraries 16 Nov 2023

New hours for Mt Roskill Library

The new schedule reduces opening times by two hours – closing half an hour earlier on Mondays and Fridays, and an hour earlier on Thursdays. 

Events

20 Dec 2025 - 23 Jan 2026

Mt Roskill Library Summer Holiday Events

Dive into a holiday season full of movies, makerspaces, workshops, and awesome activities for eve...

06 Aug 2025 - 20 Dec 2026

Sandringham Community Playgroup

Stay for as little or as long as you like, on whichever days you prefer.

17 Jan 2026 - 04 Apr 2026

Toi Tamariki Me Whānau - Free Children's Art Classes

Our Children’s Art Workshops cater for diversity, and provide a joyful and supportive space for y...

27 Jan 2026

Wandering through Waitangi

Come to our fun session to learn insider tips and tricks on visiting Waitangi and plan your next...

05 Nov 2025 - 04 Nov 2026

English Conversation Club

A relaxed, no judgement space perfect for those who already have a basic level of English, and wa...

29 Jan 2026 - 28 Feb 2026

Giant Mud Kitchen

Squish, and explore the joy of messy play outdoors.

30 Jan 2026

Giant Mud Pie Kitchen

Creative Kids Collective is bringing a Giant Mud Pie Kitchen to Coyle Park. Where getting messy i...