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Transport 13 Apr 2017

New Lynn set to re-open for business

New Lynn’s business community has met with Auckland Council to hear about progress to re-open Great North Road following successive weather events.

Arts 31 Mar 2017

Images capture Waterview Connection

Blockhouse Bay photographer Dianne Smith has captured the transformative Waterview Connection project through a series of images that reflect its scale and significance.

Arts 22 Mar 2017

A gem of the west: Te Toi Uku Crown Lynn & Clayworks Museum

In 2015, Te Toi Uku Crown Lynn and Clayworks Museum opened in New Lynn to showcase west Auckland's ceramics history.

Walkways 16 Mar 2017

Drone footage reveals flooding damage in New Lynn

A drone was sent in to inspect after a New Lynn culvert collapsed after heavy rainfall on Sunday.

Transport 28 Feb 2017

Volcano-themed skate park opens in New Windsor

Auckland's volcanic heritage has inspired a new skate park opened in New Windsor over the weekend of 25-26 February. The park is part of the NZ Transport Agency's Waterview Connection project.

Environment 22 Feb 2017

Free health checks for rental properties

Landlords with rentals in the Māngere-Ōtahuhu, Whau, Puketāpapa and Maungakiekie-Tāmaki Local Board area could be eligible for a free assessment on their properties along with help to make them warmer and more energy-efficient.

14-24 year olds 31 Jan 2017

Playground review: Award-winning Olympic Park

Olympic Park is a state-of-the-art playground that has been awarded the Outstanding Park Award by the New Zealand Recreation Association.

Community 31 Jan 2017

Upcycling initiative goes from strength to strength

TAT Upcycle creates planter boxes and furniture from heat-treated, chemical-free pallet wood that would otherwise end up in the waste stream.

Events

15 Mar 2024 - 20 Dec 2024

Blockhouse Bay Library Book Club

Come along and join our lively discussions about what you've been reading, and find new books fro...

21 Jul 2024

Latin community meet-up: Zumba class with Peruvian rhythms

Zumba class with Peruvian rhythms.

08 Jul 2024 - 05 Aug 2024

Draw & Paint Adult Group

The Draw and Paint Group is for people of all ages and of all skill levels; from beginners to pro...

12 Mar 2024 - 10 Dec 2024

Homework Club

Homework Club for high school students who speak a language other than English at home.

16 Jan 2024 - 10 Dec 2024

Textile Tuesday

Bring your own project or just turn up and learn alongside others.

24 Jul 2024 - 02 Aug 2024

Winter Poetry Festival

Come and catch amazing performances by local Tāmaki poets!

11 Jan 2024 - 12 Dec 2024

Community Driver's Licence

These classes will be focused on theory.

02 Nov 2023 - 07 Nov 2024

Book Chat - Avondale Library

Everyone is welcome to join this friendly group to discuss books over tea or coffee.