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Heritage 22 May 2018

Frank Larking's boat to be restored

A beloved children's play boat in Beach Haven is now getting a second shot at life.

Community 22 May 2018

Mt Albert is back in business

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern was among hundreds of people to attend the opening of Mt Albert's town centre in May.

Dogs 22 May 2018

Wee Suzie gets her forever home

Auckland Council's animal shelters have dogs to adopt all year-round.

Community 21 May 2018

New community facilities completed at Hobsonville Point

Redevelopment of the old Air Force Headquarters Building at Hobsonville Point is now complete.

Waste 21 May 2018

Red-top bin collections start in Papakura

Papakura’s red-top rubbish bins are now being collected.

Environment 21 May 2018

New chair for Hauraki Gulf Forum

Waiheke Local Board member John Meeuwsen has been elected chair of the Hauraki Gulf Forum.

18 May 2018

New chairs for local boards

At six local boards across Auckland, six board members are stepping up to become chairs.

Arts 17 May 2018

New artwork represents Auckland's original foreshore

A set of five bronze sculptures by artist Chris Bailey has been installed in downtown Auckland.

Events

06 Dec 2025 - 21 Jan 2026

Ōrewa Library: Raumati Reads, Summer Reading Challenge

Discover a summer packed with free, family-friendly fun at Ōrewa Library, magic, science, crafts,...

30 Oct 2025 - 18 Dec 2025

Quiz Night

Gather your friends and family for fun quizzing, laughter, and a little friendly competition.

05 Jun 2025 - 18 Dec 2025

Library Living Room - Knitting

Every first and third Thursdays of the month our Library Living Room group meets for a couple of...

27 Feb 2025 - 18 Dec 2025

From the author's mouth

Share your creative writing projects with fellow writers in the community.

19 Dec 2025

Ella Monnery

Join Ella for an intimate and soulful evening of live music accompanied by the incredible Thabani...

19 Dec 2025

Paige

Catch YouTube sensation Paige live in Aotea Square for a free indie-pop summer night filled with...

19 Dec 2025

Seed Paper Making - Tamariki Workshop

Create plantable seed paper using recycled materials in this fun, hands-on eco craft, perfect for...

19 Dec 2025 - 20 Dec 2025

Christmas Cheer

Join us, share the music and (even) sing-along with whānau and friends at this special time of year.