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Heritage 19 Oct 2017

Howick's heritage showcased on new mobile app

Howick Local Board is bringing the area’s history in to the 21st Century with the launch of the Howick’s Heritage mobile app.

Libraries 19 Oct 2017

Top five borrows from Auckland libraries in 2016

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

Walkways 21 Sep 2017

Tourism in Howick gets a boost

Attracting more people to the Howick area to enjoy the local sites, shop and do business is at the heart of a plan developed by Howick Tourism.

Environment 24 Aug 2017

Get ready to roll!

If you live in Howick or south Auckland, it's time to ditch the bags – your new rubbish bin collection starts on Monday 4 September.

Environment 19 Jul 2017

Pack your bags, you’re leaving town

Farm Cove Intermediate School wants to send rats packing and now has the tools to do it with a grant from Howick Local Board enabling it to purchase 170 re-usable rat traps.

22 Jun 2017

A plan for Howick village

Preserving the character that is Howick Village’s point of difference and improving links to local attractions are among key actions outlined in the new Howick Village Centre Plan.

Heritage 6 Jun 2017

A timeline of Manukau from 1769 to today

Manukau's Journey is a selection of significant and representative events from the history of Howick, Manukau, Manurewa-Papakura and Franklin wards of Auckland City.

Transport 10 Apr 2017

New Half Moon Bay ferry pier open for business

The new pier, which offers a modern and safe experience for commuters, was opened on 7 April by Mayor Phil Goff.

Events

29 Mar 2026

Eat Your Way Around the World

Librarians and local restaurants will cook up small dishes from around the world, introducing the...

29 Mar 2026

Let’s celebrate a Polish Easter with crafts

Explore the museum's festive displays and take home your own beautifully crafted Easter creations.

29 Mar 2026

Stories in Stitches of Nakshi Kantha

Join us to unwind and craft a meaningful piece of your story, one stitch at a time.

31 Mar 2026

Guatemalan Worry Dolls

Create your very own worry dolls at Botany Library and enjoy a restful night’s sleep.

31 Mar 2026

Mochi making

Join us for a hands-on Japanese mochi-making class. Mochi is a traditional Japanese food with a c...

01 Apr 2026

Pasifika Vibes

Create something colourful and meaningful while hearing stories that celebrate community, connect...

04 Mar 2026 - 01 Jul 2026

Life after Stroke: Stroke Education groups

Join others in your community affected by stroke in a series of small group education sessions th...

02 Apr 2026

Brazilian Capoeira

Learn about its history, cultural roots, and how it developed as a form of community and expression.