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4 May 2021

Kaipātiki Alone Together showcases images of lockdown

With rock concerts, rugby games and café catch ups once again part of everyday life, a new book featuring images from across Kaipātiki is a stark reminder of life during lockdown.

Exhibition 4 May 2021

Connecting the past and present of Maungakiekie-Tāmaki

A new photographic exhibit helps tell the story of the significant change in the Maungakiekie-Tāmaki area over the last 100 years.

Transport 4 May 2021

Finlayson Avenue crossing to go ahead

A raised crossing at Manurewa's Finlayson Avenue will go ahead.

Plans / Projects 3 May 2021

Board submissions made on Drury plans

Franklin Local Board has raised concerns over plan changes proposed around the Drury development projects.

Sports / Leisure 30 Apr 2021

Franklin club wants wider role

Patumahoe Tennis Club wants to add its five courts to the Franklin Sport and Local Facilities Plan.

Community 29 Apr 2021

Manurewa groups supported by grants

A number of community groups will benefit from Manurewa Local Board grants. Applications for another round open on 14 May.

Environment 29 Apr 2021

Stowaway mouse snared by biosecurity dog

A mouse, hoping to spend a relaxing weekend on an island in the Hauraki Gulf, had its plans derailed when it was spotted emerging from a passenger’s bag and scurrying off into the confines of a pest-free warranted vessel.

29 Apr 2021

Change of roles within Ōrākei Local Board

The role of Deputy Chair on the Ōrākei Local Board changed on 28 April 2021, to share the role between Sarah Powrie and Troy Elliott.

Events

26 Jul 2024

Free Japanese Film Screening - Fortune Favors Lady Nikuko

“Fortune Favors Lady Nikuko” is the heartwarming and moving comedy drama

26 Jul 2024

Layering Surfaces Demonstration

Introducing a new series of ceramic sessions from established artists and potters.

26 Jul 2024 - 28 Jul 2024

Waiheke library is turning 10

Come along to join us to celebrate 10 years serving the community, with talks, readings, songs, l...

26 Jul 2024 - 10 Aug 2024

Agatha Christie's Black Coffee

Sir Claud Amory’s revolutionary new formula for a powerful explosive has been stolen.

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...