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Environment 21 Jan 2019

Stoat sleuthing reveals nothing suspicious

Sigh of relief as search for stoat comes up empty-handed

Environment 18 Jan 2019

Success for Waiheke Island's newest baby dotterel

A dotterel chick which has been at the centre of local attention has taken flight.

Environment 18 Jan 2019

Kitekite track open for summer

Track reopened 26 December.

Community 17 Jan 2019

Auckland Council strides with Pride

Auckland has come a long way in celebrating the rainbow community, and Auckland Council is proud to be leading the way.

Sports / Leisure 17 Jan 2019

Chinese martial arts flourishing in Ōrākei

The practice of Chinese martial arts is bringing the community together in the Ōrākei ward.

Community 16 Jan 2019

Waiheke Island's Mātiatia Plan underway

Increased carparking and improved transport facilities could be on the cards for an iconic section of Waiheke Island.

Cultural 16 Jan 2019

Maungauika / North Head governance transfers to Tūpuna Maunga Authority

The transfer is being seen as an important step in integrating all maunga in Tāmaki Makaurau.

Pest Free 16 Jan 2019

Rat hunt underway on Rākino Island

Auckland Council is working with the Department of Conservation to search for a rodent sighted on Rākino Island.

Events

07 Dec 2024 - 01 Feb 2025

Between the flowers exhibition

This exhibition honours the strength of loved ones and the beauty of nature while celebrating the...

16 Jan 2025

Field notes: Exploring sculptures together

Join us at Auckland Botanic Gardens for a delightful workshop blending creativity and nature.

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...

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.

17 Jan 2025 - 25 Jan 2025

Composting workshops

Come and discover how easy it is to turn your waste into fertiliser!!