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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.

Environment news 15 Jun 2022

WeLoveU members work for the environment

When members of the International WeLoveU Foundation decided to get their hands dirty to support the Clean World Movement, they made a pile of difference – several piles.

Sports / Leisure 14 Jun 2022

Book fields early to avoid disappointment

Sports fields in Puketāpapa are sought after by winter codes, making it essential clubs book early to avoid disappointment.

Events

08 Jan 2026 - 17 Dec 2026

Knitting Circle

Come and knit at Blockhouse Bay Library!

09 Oct 2025 - 30 Jun 2026

Digital Seniors free tech help for older people - Ōrewa Library

Our friendly, police-vetted volunteers are available to provide you with free one-on-one help to...

19 Jun 2025 - 30 Jun 2026

Low sensory hour

Dimmed lights on the ground floor with quiet voices and limited noise throughout the library.

10 Apr 2026

Bracelet Making

A fun and creative bracelet-making session where you can design and craft your own colourful acce...

10 Apr 2026

DIY Worm Farm Workshop

Join Lisa for a fun, hands-on ‘Do It Yourself Mini Worm Farms for kids and whānau’.

10 Apr 2026

He mana tō te kai

This programme supports whānau and communities to restore traditional food practices and shift ev...

10 Apr 2026

Learn Tī Rākau

Discover how tī rākau can connect you to te taiao, the natural world.

10 Apr 2026

Mai i Kurawaka

Mai i Kurawaka envisions a future where ikura is honoured as a sacred gift, not hidden, silenced,...