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Libraries 24 Nov 2020

Papakura Library lifts to get revamp

Papakura's Sir Edmund Hillary Library is having its lifts to the carpark revamped, which will mean visitors will need to use the stairs or the other ground floor lift.

Community 24 Nov 2020

Local boards take joint approach to benefit Aucklanders

Franklin and Howick are among Auckland local boards seeking to find common ground so they can work together to benefit residents.

Youth / Rangatahi 23 Nov 2020

Boards unite for Tuia journey

Franklin, Papakura and Manurewa local boards are all offering rangatahi places on a local government mentoring programme in 2021.

Cultural 20 Nov 2020

Finding a name for re-imagined cultural festival

Ten-day festival coming to Tāmaki Makaurau with Auckland International Cultural Festival at its heart, and we want you to help us name it.

20 Nov 2020

New changing rooms at Grey Lynn Park celebrated

Grey Lynn Park has new changing rooms and toilets following completion of a long standing project spearheaded by Waitematā Local Board.

Civil Defence / Emergency Management 19 Nov 2020

Acoustic testing of Orewa tsunami sirens

UPDATE: Auckland Emergency Management advises that the rescheduled sound test for the Orewa Tsunami sirens will take place on Monday 23 November. The sirens will be activated three times between 12pm and 12.15pm. This is just a test and the public...

Community 17 Nov 2020

Environment Forum a first for Ōrākei

The inaugural Environment Forum for Ōrākei Local Board was held earlier this month and has set the standard for an annual event going forward.

Transport 17 Nov 2020

Roundabout unveiled at dangerous Dairy Flat Highway

A new $10 million roundabout has been installed at the notoriously dangerous Dairy Flat Highway / Coatesville Riverhead Highway intersection.

Events

17 Apr 2026

Random Musings After a Few... Open Mic Poetry

Birkenhead Library invites you back for an autumn poetry evening filled with open mic performances.

17 Apr 2026

Worm Farm Workshop

Join our hands-on workshop to create your very own worm farm!

17 Apr 2026 - 19 Apr 2026

Vector Lights for Poppy Day 2026

Vector Lights shines red in support of Poppy Day, Auckland Returned Services Association’s annual...

20 Mar 2026 - 21 Aug 2026

Death Cafe - Onehunga

A monthly group-led discussion about death with no agenda.

20 Feb 2026 - 18 Dec 2026

Brain Charge for Seniors

Join us for free fun activities to exercise the mind.

18 Apr 2026

Blood by the Bombays

Join five cool Kiwi storytellers for a thrilling afternoon. 

18 Apr 2026

Build Your Own Terrarium - A Playdate for Plant Lovers

Join us for a slow, creative session where you’ll build a tiny self-contained world to take home.

18 Apr 2026

Encore! Opening Act

Join us for Opening Act, a day celebrating our newest Auckland Council Libraries Heritage Exhibit...