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Community 2 Nov 2018

Whau Local Board awards $13,000 in community grants

Thirteen community organisations have been awarded a combined $13,888 in funding.

2 Nov 2018

Matiatia fuel site closed for two weeks

The fuel pontoon on the Old Matiatia Wharf will be closed for maintenance between 12-23 November.

Libraries 2 Nov 2018

Our libraries are of huge value to our community

Libraries are a key feature in the local board plans for both Māngere-Ōtāhuhu and Ōtara-Papatoetoe.

Environment 2 Nov 2018

Community rallies to ensure beach declared swim safe

Clarks Beach is one for four beaches in the Manukau Harbour to be deemed swimmable this summer.

Environment 1 Nov 2018

Seven actions to tackle climate change in Whau

A community approach is key to help reduce carbon dioxide emissions generated by the Whau each year.

Sports / Leisure 1 Nov 2018

Trio to be inducted into Ōtara Sports Hall of Fame

Three of Ōtara's finest will be inducted into the Hall of Fame at the 2018 Ōtara Sports Awards.

14-24 year olds 1 Nov 2018

Students plan for Papakura's future

The future of Papakura is in good hands if Opaheke School’s students are anything to go by.

Development 31 Oct 2018

The sun is shining on Glen Eden village

The Auckland Unitary Plan is enabling the growth of quality urban design and building in Glen Eden.

Events

16 Jan 2025

Guided nature walk - Omaha Beach Reserve

Learn about the biodiversity of this unique coastal ecosystem and what people can do to help prot...

16 Jan 2025 - 06 Mar 2025

Zoo Lates

Visit after work with mates and whānau, make it a date or just enjoy a stroll through the beautif...

05 Sep 2024 - 18 Dec 2025

Crochet Club

Join us for crochet, coffee, and community—all skill levels welcome!

08 Sep 2022 - 12 Jun 2025

Wriggle, Rhyme and Storytime at Waiheke Library

Spend your morning at the library with fun things to do for you and your kids.

17 Jan 2025

Cyanotype workshop for adults

This is a one-hour session at Auckland Botanic Gardens for adults to experience Cyanotype.

17 Jan 2025

Cyanotype workshop for kids

Discover the amazing process of Cyanotype - an old photographic process first discovered in 1842.

17 Jan 2025

Kids Japanese Festival

Enjoy amazing Japanese animation movies such as Studio Ghibli’s "The Boy and the Heron” and fun a...

17 Jan 2025 - 24 Jan 2025

Leys Institute School Holiday Programme

Come along for fun activities at the Library.