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Transport 15 Mar 2019

Bus lane to continue on Manukau Station Road after trial

Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board has welcomed the decision to keep the bus lane on Manukau Station Road in place after a successful trial.

Community 15 Mar 2019

Community safety top priority for Māngere-Ōtāhuhu Local Board

The local board is committed to work with the community on a long-term solution to ongoing safety concerns.

Environment 15 Mar 2019

Two more Queensland fruit flies found in Northcote

Biosecurity zones expanded and further restrictions on movement of fruit, vegetables and green waste.

Cultural 15 Mar 2019

100 years on Belgium honours women with a cause

The Belgian ambassador to New Zealand is set to unveil plaques honouring two women who received the Médaille de la Reine Elisabeth for their humanitarian work during World War One.

Educational 14 Mar 2019

Technology hub confirmed for MIT

Centre of excellence will create jobs in the community.

Heritage 14 Mar 2019

A move forward for Waikaraka Park Grandstand

Plans have been developed for the demolition of the grandstand and construction of temporary seating.

Pest Free 14 Mar 2019

There’s a kiwi in the wheelhouse – precious cargo on the Hauraki Gulf

Kiwi chicks and other threatened species like wētā are being released on pest-free islands in the Hauraki Gulf. There are now 47 pest-free islands in the Gulf.

14 Mar 2019

Great Barrier Island to host its first star festival during Matariki

This month-long star festival will celebrate Matariki and its International Dark Sky Sanctuary Status from June 29 to July 31.

Events

04 Jan 2026 - 14 Dec 2026

Sinhala and Sri Lankan culture

Fun, interactive sessions introduce traditions, history, and Sinhala basics.

05 Jan 2026 - 09 Jan 2026

Shakespeare in a week

Each day will feature some Shakespeare, some prop and costume making, some drama games, but most...

05 Jan 2026 - 23 Jan 2026

School Holiday Activities

Come along, make new friends, and discover just how fun learning can be.

05 Jan 2026 - 30 Jan 2026

Kumeu Library Raumati Reads School holiday programme

Enjoy a month of school holiday fun with storytimes, movies, creative art workshops and interacti...

05 Jan 2026 - 31 Jan 2026

Summer holidays at Takapuna Library

From Lego building and teddy bear adventures to hands-on crafts, there’s something for everyone.

05 Jan 2026 - 17 Apr 2026

Pop up Obstacle Course

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

15 Dec 2025 - 23 Jan 2026

Nathan Homestead School Holiday Programme

Nathan Homestead Pukepuke offer fun, active and creative school holiday programmes for tamariki a...

05 Dec 2025 - 05 Jan 2026

Kids Dance Open Day

Give your child a fun first step into dance with a free introductory class at Botany Library, exp...