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Waste 7 Nov 2017

West Aucklanders say goodbye to plastic bags

Auckland Council's new pay as you throw service helps save you money and also saves the environment.

Waste 6 Nov 2017

West Auckland rubbish bin update

Here are some answers to questions you’ve been asking about making the switch from bags to bins in west Auckland.

Cycling 3 Nov 2017

Cycle network will connect town centres

The plans for the New Lynn to Avondale Shared Path are now complete.

Community 31 Oct 2017

Waitākere zero waste centre wows MP

“A great success within the local community,” is how Scott Simpson, Associate Minister for the Environment, has described Waitākere Refuse and Recycling Centre.

Libraries 19 Oct 2017

Top five borrows from Auckland libraries in 2016

Find out Aucklanders' most checked-out titles of the year.

Dogs 5 Jul 2017

TXT2DESEX keeping the Kelston community safe

Auckland Council’s Animal Management team and the NZ Police recently collaborated to try and reduce dog attacks in the Kelston community.

Food / Drink 23 Jun 2017

New Lynn night markets come to an end

The New Lynn Night Markets will come to an end this month after three years.

Community 29 May 2017

Solution for New Lynn's culvert on its way

A plan to replace New Lynn's Rewarewa Creek culvert, under Great North Road, has been agreed.

Events

09 Mar 2026 - 14 Dec 2026

Kangatraining

Experience fun and safe postnatal fitness without the need for a babysitter!

15 Aug 2026

Zentangle drawing class

Come along and get creative with this fun activity!

15 Aug 2026 - 21 Aug 2026

Aotearoa NZ Children's Book Week

Blockhouse Bay Library is celebrating author and illustrator Donovan Bixley during the Aotearoa N...

16 Aug 2026

Wood turning demo

Come and watch Graham Bourquin create magic out of wood in this special wood turning demo!

15 Feb 2026 - 06 Dec 2026

Sunday story time

Enjoy stories, rhymes and songs, encouraging a love of books.

20 Jul 2026 - 14 Sep 2026

Art group

A daytime class to develop your creative skills in a friendly environment.

20 Apr 2026 - 21 Dec 2026

Hindi Book Club

Come together to read, share and discuss Hindi books of your choice, ranging from light fiction,...

09 Feb 2026 - 07 Dec 2026

Rhymetime - New Lynn

Bring along your tamariki & enjoy mornings of music, rhymes, dance, and more.