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Beaches 6 Sep 2019

Fighting back against the microplastics poisoning our environment

Nurdles, tiny plastic pellets almost invisible to the naked eye, are having a damaging effect on Auckland's wildlife.

Environment 5 Sep 2019

Kirks Bush track upgrades to prevent kauri dieback spread

Tracks in Papakura’s Kirks Bush are being upgraded as part of a plan to protect against the spread of kauri dieback disease.

Environment 5 Sep 2019

How rates are helping Ōrākei’s environment and waterways

Money raised through targeted rates is being put to use for the benefit of the environment and waterways across Ōrākei.

Community 5 Sep 2019

Manurewa Link bus to connect local communities

A new free bus service will connect residents with Manurewa and Clendon town centres.

Plans / Projects 4 Sep 2019

Congestion relief coming to Redoubt Road

To reduce congestion, Auckland Transport will be installing dynamic lanes on a 350-metre section of Redoubt Road in Manukau, between the Southern Motorway offramp and Hollyford Drive.

Transport 4 Sep 2019

Park's parking taken up by buses

Buses waiting to go into service in Papakura are proving difficult to relocate.

Arts 4 Sep 2019

Lights on in Tin Tacks Reserve

Tin Tacks Reserve in central Onehunga is to be home to a bright new public artwork in the form of a large free-standing lightbox.

Environment 3 Sep 2019

Not a rat in sight during world rat expert visit

World rat expert Bobby Corrigan was impressed with the conservation efforts of Sancta Maria College students.

Events

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.

02 Aug 2024 - 20 Sep 2024

The Artist’s Way with Adrienne Millwood

The Artist’s Way, a seminal text for creative unblocking by Julia Cameron, is a course in discove...

02 Aug 2024 - 06 Dec 2024

The Reading Revolution

Enjoy a relaxed and fun discussion over a cuppa about a short story and a poem we will read aloud...

26 Jul 2024 - 11 Oct 2024

Drop-In Ceramics Studio

Need some time to work on a project? Want some technical advice on your process? On Fridays you...

05 Jul 2024 - 20 Dec 2024

Fibre Friday

Get ready to unwind and get crafty every Friday morning at New Lynn Library.

18 May 2024 - 29 Nov 2024

Free Ukulele class & open mic

Join Sonia Wilson and the members of the 4 String Sing Ukulele Ensemble for our weekly Ukulele cl...

17 May 2024 - 13 Dec 2024

Whangaparāoa Library's Wriggle & Rhyme

Wriggle and Rhyme is a programme that promotes active movement and brain development for babies a...