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Recovery: Milford 16 Feb 2026

Ngā Wairau through my lens

A new competition is inviting youth and rangatahi to share their own perspective on Wairau through photography

Playgrounds 13 Feb 2026

Playtime just got an upgrade in Whau

Round up the kids and make a playdate of it—these spaces are waiting for you to jump in! 

Community news 12 Feb 2026

From markets to manu – what’s on in Aotea this summer

Here are our top summer picks of things to do on Aotea / Great Barrier.

Community news 12 Feb 2026

Get out and about across Waitematā this summer

Summer is here! If you’re looking something to do with your kids, grandchildren or neighbours, look no further.

Community news 12 Feb 2026

5 things to help you make the most of Ōrākei this summer

Discover our top picks to make the most of what’s happening over summer in Ōrākei

Community news 5 Feb 2026

Speak up for three: help shape local play

The Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board is inviting the community to share ideas for upgrades for three Papatoetoe neighbourhood playgrounds.

Community 3 Feb 2026

Your community, your opportunities, backed by Kaipātiki Local Board

Through local community house programmes, supported by Kaipātiki Local Board investment, beach Haven resident Karl Nebbeling found connection, new skills and a new direction close to home.

Community 3 Feb 2026

Many cultures, one dance floor

The Diversity Festival returns on Saturday 11 April, celebrating the rich cultural tapestry of South Auckland.

Events

13 Aug 2026

Writing Workshop: Gavin Strawhan

Join us for a writing workshop facilitated by award-winning author and scriptwriter Gavin Strawhan.

09 Jul 2026 - 10 Dec 2026

Oh no! Public poetry nights

Come to write. Come to listen. Come to find your voice.

14 Aug 2026

Waiuku Genealogy

Every name has a story - come discover yours.

14 Aug 2026

XYZZY: Album release and live performance

Experience the award-winning planetarium show in full, hear from video artist Simon Ward and enjo...

14 Aug 2026 - 10 Oct 2026

Tūturu Kāenga

An exhibition by father and son, George and Brook Konia.

14 Aug 2026 - 10 Oct 2026

Witipū

An exhibition inviting you to reconsider a term that has long been used to describe wāhine Māori...

09 Jan 2026 - 11 Dec 2026

Coffee cake and conversation

Join us at the library for a delightful gathering over coffee, engaging conversations, and an opp...

15 Aug 2026

Atomic Returns

Atomic brings together a who’s-who of Aotearoa’s most celebrated musicians for a high-voltage cel...