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Plans / Projects 3 Apr 2019

New timeline for Waiheke area plan

Public consultation on a draft area plan for Waiheke will now take place mid-year.

Community 3 Apr 2019

A brand new lodge for Motu Kaikoura

A new lodge has been opened on Motu Kaikoura, a scenic reserve just off the coast of Great Barrier.

Civil Defence / Emergency Management 3 Apr 2019

Tsunami siren warning test on Sunday 7 April

A tsunami siren test will sound at noon on Sunday 7 April in the Rodney and Waitakere ward areas.

Cultural 2 Apr 2019

Preparations in full swing for Diversity Festival 2019

Experience the diverse cultures of South Auckland with Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board’s signature event.

Transport 2 Apr 2019

Weight limit set on Mercer Bridge

The weight limit on Mercer Bridge on Mercer Ferry Road has been reduced.

Community 1 Apr 2019

Sikh temple a community hub open to all

New Zealand’s largest Sikh temple, Gurudwara Sri Kalgidhar Sahib, is a thriving community hub in south Auckland.

Plans / Projects 1 Apr 2019

Drury and Pukekohe destined for major urban transformation

Homes for up to 80,000 people are forecast in council draft structure plans for Drury-Opāheke and Pukekohe–Paerata.

Arts 1 Apr 2019

Glen Innes illuminated through art

Bradley Lane Illuminated is a unique and free community celebration of arts and culture thriving in Tāmaki.

Events

23 Feb 2026 - 16 Mar 2026

Tetra pak in relief

Learn how to cut, ink, and print images to achieve a variety of visual effects, expressive lines,...

23 Feb 2026 - 30 Nov 2026

Embroidery Club

Join Sugi for these free embroidery classes, where you can learn with others some basic embroider...

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 - 22 Jun 2026

Let's Talk: Kids' Book Club

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

26 Jan 2026 - 30 Nov 2026

Rānui Book Chat

Come along, connect with fellow readers, and get inspired — we’d love to see you there!

24 Feb 2026

Auckland Central Genealogy

Make friends who have a common interest and share your enthusiasm for your latest discovery.

24 Feb 2026

Low carb food plan

Discover the Low Carb approach that actually works with a qualified nutritionist and weight loss...

24 Feb 2026 - 22 Dec 2026

Playdate for the Senses

Bring in your tamariki to Botany Library for a fun, hands-on play session designed to engage all...