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Environment 11 Mar 2020

Cloth Nappy Services cut waste sent to landfill

A new Maungakiekie-Tāmaki service aims to reduce the number of disposable nappies and wipes that go to landfill by providing cloth nappies to Early Childhood Education Centres.

Plans / Projects 11 Mar 2020

Takapuna transformation projects progressing

Projects are underway to revitalise Takapuna, including the Hurstmere Road Transformation project and a new town centre design.

Have your say 11 Mar 2020

Community aspirations key to planning in Albert-Eden

Albert-Eden Local Board is making it easy for locals to actively contribute their thoughts and feedback on how they would like to see their local area grow and evolve in the future.

Libraries 11 Mar 2020

Leys Institute Little Library to open at end of March

An interim library service for Leys Institute Library customers will be open from 9am on Tuesday 31 March.

Arts 10 Mar 2020

Young artists mentored on Waiheke

E Tipu E Rea is pairing youth with established Māori artists.

Transport 10 Mar 2020

Train usage on the rise in Pukekohe

Large numbers of Pukekohe residents are choosing to commute by train. Electrification of the line is tipped to make that number grow again.

Community 10 Mar 2020

Have your say online about Franklin issues

The sheer size of the Franklin Local Board area makes engaging with its diverse communities a challenge, but it's one the board is keen to rise to.

Pools 9 Mar 2020

Cheaper entry boosts Manurewa pool use numbers

Manurewa Local Board's subsidised entry to its pools has boosted attendance numbers.

Events

19 Jul 2024 - 28 Sep 2024

Starry Storytime at Stardome

These are fun and relaxed parent and baby sessions where we will be reading Flit the Fantail and...

13 Jul 2024 - 08 Dec 2024

Dungeons & Dragons | Leys Institute Little Library

Come to Little Leys’ Dungeon & Dragons club to start your table-top fantasy roleplay adventure.

28 May 2024 - 17 Aug 2024

Planting Days 2024 with Kaipātiki Project

Join us as we expand and strengthen our local reserves with more native plants this year.

11 May 2024 - 14 Dec 2024

Teens’ Book Club

Bring your own choice of book to discuss with other teens who like reading.

11 Aug 2024

LIVE DAY | Folklore & Fairytales

Join us at the Howick Historical Village to delve into the past through the enchanted world of Fo...

11 Aug 2024

Luscious tulips botanical art workshop

Let your creativity flow as you connect with nature and fellow botanical art enthusiasts.

11 Aug 2024 - 06 Sep 2024

Finding Our Way - Paths to Wellbeing

The exhibition is a testament to the impact of creative expression on mental, emotional, and spir...

14 Jul 2024 - 08 Dec 2024

Shared Reading Group

Join us to enjoy a relaxed and fun discussion over a cup of tea about a short story and a poem we...