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Arts 18 Aug 2020

Art meets ecology in unique Tāmaki Estuary initiative

Entries are open for one of New Zealand’s only contemporary art prizes with ecology at its core: The Estuary Art and Ecology Prize.

Transport 14 Aug 2020

Part of Tamaki Drive closed to vehicles this weekend

Tamaki Drive between Quay Street and the Ngapipi Bridge will be closed to all traffic including buses from 10pm Friday 14 August until the evening of Sunday 16 August.

Community 12 Aug 2020

Applications now open for Hibiscus and Bays projects

Groups keen to make a difference in the Hibiscus and Bays area can apply for this year’s local board community grants.

Transport 10 Aug 2020

Franklin Local Board takes a wider view on new roads

New roads to service growing communities in Franklin could get wider following local board feedback.

Transport 10 Aug 2020

Leaky Papakura Station lifts under repair

Work had begun to repair lifts at Papakura Station after water leaks occasionally disrupted service for locals.

Community 10 Aug 2020

Upper Harbour's 'Travelling Apple Cart' collects local stories

A project designed to engage and share the stories of people living in the fast-changing Upper Harbour Local Board area has captured many local stories since launching in 2019.

Environment 7 Aug 2020

Fences protect Rodney waterways

Rodney farmers are getting a helping hand to keep stock out of waterways.

6 Aug 2020

Community vision guides planning in Puketāpapa

Puketāpapa locals have shared their vision for the future of their neighbourhoods and it includes more opportunities to get together, caring for the environment, better and more accessible public spaces with diverse transport options.

Events

09 Aug 2024

Make A Mug

Dreaming of making that perfect mug to match your individuality? Use the slab building technique...

09 Aug 2024

Make a Mug | Handbuilding Pottery Workshop w/ Siriporn Falcon-Grey

Dreaming of making that perfect mug to match your individuality? Use the slab building technique...

09 Aug 2024 - 11 Aug 2024

Auckland Family History Expo | Tāmaki Huinga Tātai Kōrero

Bring your laptops to take full advantage of the workshops and tutorials.

09 Aug 2024 - 29 Nov 2024

Crafternoons - Birkenhead Library

Come and get your craft on in a neurodivergent & queer friendly space at the library. This is a s...

12 Jul 2024 - 13 Dec 2024

Book Chat

Join us over a cuppa to chat about what you've been reading.

09 Feb 2024 - 13 Dec 2024

Coffee, Cake and Conversation

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

10 Aug 2024

Collage Sketchbook Odyssey

Embark on a dynamic Collage Sketchbook Workshop, a journey of creative expression.

10 Aug 2024

Fabric Art Banner Workshop

Embark on an enriching journey to create a textile banner using reclaimed materials, promoting su...