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Have your say 11 Mar 2020

Community aspirations key to planning in Albert-Eden

Albert-Eden Local Board is making it easy for locals to actively contribute their thoughts and feedback on how they would like to see their local area grow and evolve in the future.

Libraries 11 Mar 2020

Leys Institute Little Library to open at end of March

An interim library service for Leys Institute Library customers will be open from 9am on Tuesday 31 March.

Arts 10 Mar 2020

Young artists mentored on Waiheke

E Tipu E Rea is pairing youth with established Māori artists.

Transport 10 Mar 2020

Train usage on the rise in Pukekohe

Large numbers of Pukekohe residents are choosing to commute by train. Electrification of the line is tipped to make that number grow again.

Community 10 Mar 2020

Have your say online about Franklin issues

The sheer size of the Franklin Local Board area makes engaging with its diverse communities a challenge, but it's one the board is keen to rise to.

Pools 9 Mar 2020

Cheaper entry boosts Manurewa pool use numbers

Manurewa Local Board's subsidised entry to its pools has boosted attendance numbers.

Have your say 9 Mar 2020

Papakura Local Board takes consultation to the people

A new online platform for people to share their ideas is making it easier for people to take part in planning for their communities.

Theatre / Performance 6 Mar 2020

Australian bushfire victims helped by Papakura concert

A variety concert at Papakura's Hawkins Theatre over the weekend will raise money for Australia's Bushfire Relief Fund.

Events

22 Jan 2026 - 10 Dec 2026

Scrabble Club

Come along, meet others and play a good game!

22 Jan 2026 - 17 Dec 2026

English Class for Chinese speakers

Join English class for Chinese speakers aimed at beginners.

16 Jan 2026 - 29 Feb 2028

Free weekly yoga classes

Classes are beginner-friendly with progressions for regular practitioners.

08 Jan 2026 - 17 Dec 2026

Knitting Circle

Come and knit at Blockhouse Bay Library!

09 Oct 2025 - 30 Jun 2026

Digital Seniors free tech help for older people - Ōrewa Library

Our friendly, police-vetted volunteers are available to provide you with free one-on-one help to...

19 Jun 2025 - 30 Jun 2026

Low sensory hour

Dimmed lights on the ground floor with quiet voices and limited noise throughout the library.

10 Apr 2026

Bracelet Making

A fun and creative bracelet-making session where you can design and craft your own colourful acce...

10 Apr 2026

DIY Worm Farm Workshop

Join Lisa for a fun, hands-on ‘Do It Yourself Mini Worm Farms for kids and whānau’.