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Environment 29 Sep 2015

Get your fix in Helensville

Recycling initiative helps Helensville residents repair their broken belongings and minimise waste.

Beaches 29 Sep 2015

New arrivals at Highfield Garden Reserve

New arrivals have given locals and visitors something to bray about.

Beaches 29 Sep 2015

Muriwai gannet colony

Discover Auckland's most accessible gannet colony at Muriwai.

Community 28 Sep 2015

Flex your green fingers

Auckland Council offers free workshops, run by the Compost Collective, that will get you started with composting and teach you how to put the goodness back into your garden.

Community 28 Sep 2015

Community project a success

The Warkworth Cement Works Walkway is proving how successful community-led projects can be when supported by local board and Auckland Council funding.

Events

10 Jan 2026 - 06 Jun 2026

Dragon Beats

Drum, dance, and celebrate with vibrant music and rhythm activities.

05 Jan 2026 - 17 Apr 2026

Pop up Obstacle Course

Test your agility and have fun on a temporary, challenging course

22 Dec 2025 - 02 May 2026

N0ughty Stuff

Engage in hands-on creativity and playful challenges for curious minds.

20 Dec 2025 - 02 May 2026

Giant Stand-up Paddleboarding

Glide across the water and enjoy a guided paddleboarding adventure.

20 Dec 2025 - 02 May 2026

Kayaking

Paddle, explore, and enjoy Auckland’s waterways in guided sessions.

18 Dec 2025 - 27 Jun 2026

Nature Play

Explore, climb, and connect with the outdoors in playful activities.

15 Mar 2026 - 20 Dec 2026

The Village Market Helensville Showgrounds

A lively and family friendly market that offers a variety of stalls, live music plus delicious fo...

03 Feb 2026 - 15 Dec 2026

BrainCharge for adults

Give your brain a weekly workout at Kumeu Library's BrainCharge sessions.