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Environment 8 Oct 2019

High urban forest cover in Puketāpapa

Puketāpapa has a relatively high urban forest cover compared to other urban local boards within the Auckland but more can be done.

Plans / Projects 7 Oct 2019

Car park upgrade at Mt Albert War Memorial Park

An upgrade of the car park at the Mt Albert War Memorial park will make for an improved experience for drivers.

Cultural 4 Oct 2019

Tāmaki Herenga Waka Festival to return in January 2020

The story of Tāmaki Makaurau and the waka that sailed here will take centre stage in January 2020 when the region celebrates its Māori heritage through the Tāmaki Herenga Waka Festival.

Environment 4 Oct 2019

Making Waiheke a haven for native wildlife

Te Korowai o Waiheke Trust aims to make Waiheke Island the world's first predator-free urban island.

Community 3 Oct 2019

Kariaotahi surf club gets new lease

Surf Life Saving Kariaotahi has been granted a new lease on its beach site.

Community 3 Oct 2019

Papakura Local Board grant funds child car seat campaign

Papakura Local Board has made a $4000 grant to Māori Wardens to fund a child car seat campaign.

Environment 3 Oct 2019

Volunteers give penguins a helping hand

The efforts of community volunteers mean penguins now have a safe place to nest when they come ashore at Leigh.

Plans / Projects 3 Oct 2019

Stormwater upgrade for Waiheke's Fourth Ave

Work is starting to reduce road and property flooding in Onetangi and to improve the quality of the water flowing to the sea.

Events

23 Feb 2026 - 30 Nov 2026

Parnell Library Shared Reading Group

Join us to read a short story and poem aloud, and chat about it in a friendly environment, with a...

09 Feb 2026 - 30 Mar 2026

Book Nook Club

Come and join our teen book club! Perfect for meeting friends and talking about books.

09 Feb 2026 - 30 Mar 2026

Japanese Storytime

The session is run in both Japanese and English, using stories, songs, and rhymes to support earl...

09 Feb 2026 - 22 Jun 2026

Let's Talk: Kids' Book Club

Come along and see where your next book can take you!

09 Feb 2026 - 29 Jun 2026

Maths with Means

Come along to Maths with Means, a FREE friendly drop-in for those who want to boost their maths s...

09 Feb 2026 - 07 Dec 2026

Onehunga Chess Club

Come to the library and join with others in learning from a recognised Chessmaster and experience...

09 Feb 2026 - 07 Dec 2026

Rhymetime - New Lynn

Bring along your tamariki & enjoy mornings of music, rhymes, dance, and more.

09 Feb 2026 - 07 Dec 2026

Rhythm & Beats

Rhythm & Beats is a fun and interactive 30-minute session for children aged 3-5 years old.