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18 Jul 2018

Six to run in Howick by-election

Nominations have closed for the Howick ward by-election with six candidates putting their hands up to fill the vacant seat.

Libraries 18 Jul 2018

Romantic backstory to Auckland Libraries milestone

Auckland Libraries hits 5 million eBook checkouts.

Community 16 Jul 2018

Opinion: Community centre a symbol of our enormous potential

Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board Chair Lotu Fuli explains the historical significance of the Te Puke o Tara community centre and what it represents for Ōtara's future.

Transport 12 Jul 2018

Council's 10-year budget delivers for Devonport peninsula residents

Funding has been secured for a project to improve travel choices on and around the Devonport peninsula.

Community 11 Jul 2018

Cheaper hall hire for council-managed halls in Rodney

It will be cheaper to use most Rodney halls this year after the Local Board set new fees for 12 council-managed sites.

Waste 11 Jul 2018

Council takes illegal dumpers to court

Three illegal dumpers appeared in court on Thursday 5 July.

Sports / Leisure 11 Jul 2018

Budget boost confirmed for Upper Harbour

Upper Harbour Local Board will receive almost $17 million in 2018/2019 for parks, sport, community services, and environmental management.

Walkways 10 Jul 2018

Waiuku community shows the way with trails plan

The Waiuku Walkways Committee has presented a thorough run-down for delivering the initial stages of the Waiuku Trails Plan.

Events

09 Jul 2026

Weaving for tamariki

Make flowers and bracelets using traditional harakeke weaving techniques.

09 Jul 2026 - 12 Jul 2026

Sky Tower Matariki projections and lighting

Look to the sky for a colourful light display and artistic works over the Matariki period.

09 Jul 2026 - 13 Jul 2026

Starry Nightlights

Colour in your design and pop it into your jar, add the tea light and watch the shadow patterns a...

09 Jul 2026 - 16 Jul 2026

Māori cooking workshop

Learn to cook fresh, seasonal kai with Māori flavours in this hands-on workshop.

09 Jul 2026 - 19 Jul 2026

Out & About Winter Programme - Maungakiekie-Tamaki

There's plenty happening across Maungakiekie-Tāmaki this winter, with free activities for tamarik...

09 Jul 2026 - 10 Dec 2026

Oh no! Public poetry nights

Come to write. Come to listen. Come to find your voice.

10 Jul 2026

Hautapu

This year, a range of kaupapa will be held for whānau to enjoy, connect and be part of.

10 Jul 2026

Kids drop-in clay activity

Less screen time, more green time - connect to nature with this lovely mindful activity.