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Playgrounds 17 Feb 2020

Manurewa's Keith Park caters for all abilities

Manurewa's Keith Park playground is Auckland's first playspace designed and built so that children of all abilities can enjoy playing together.

Educational 17 Feb 2020

Papakura school's 50th marked with photo gift

A photograph of the Papakura District Council coat of arms, carved by former Rosehill art teacher Noel Kerr, has been presented to the school to mark its 50th anniversary.

Environment 17 Feb 2020

Dutch elm disease hits Pukekohe elms

Dutch elm disease has affected a small number of trees in Pukekohe. They will be removed to prevent the disease from spreading.

Community 17 Feb 2020

Celebrating disability pride and inclusion in Maungakiekie-Tāmaki

Last year's International Day of Persons with Disability brought a positive celebration of disability pride and inclusion to the city.

Community 14 Feb 2020

Contingency water supply on tap from Auckland Council

Drinking water available at some rural community halls

Civil Defence / Emergency Management 14 Feb 2020

Two new tsunami sirens for Orewa

Two new tsunami sirens will be installed in Orewa next month, and locals are invited to an information session on 18 February to learn more.

Parks / Outdoors 14 Feb 2020

New pedestrian bridge brings public art to Ōtara Creek Reserve

A new pedestrian bridge which doubles as a piece of public art is set to be opened on Thursday in Ōtara.

Cycling 14 Feb 2020

Community bike hub a welcome addition in Glen Innes

Glen Innes's new bike hub follows two similar hubs in West Auckland all devoted to helping get more people cycling.

Events

01 Feb 2024 - 30 Nov 2024

Free English Class

Join in our friendly class!

01 Feb 2024 - 12 Dec 2024

Relaxation Dance Class

Join our dance class, do exercise and keep fit to joyful music.

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.

08 Sep 2022 - 12 Jun 2025

Wriggle, Rhyme and Storytime at Waiheke Library

Spend your morning at the library with fun things to do for you and your kids.

02 Aug 2024

Crime After Crime | Michael Bennett & Gavin Strawhan

Join us for an evening of suspense.

02 Aug 2024 - 03 Aug 2024

Vector Lights for Synthony Pride 2024

Vector Lights is going all colours of the rainbow for the world’s first Synthony Pride!

02 Aug 2024 - 24 Aug 2024

Scenes from the Climate Era

Rethink everything you know about climate change — the Climate Era is here.