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Sports / Leisure 3 Jan 2018

Kayak and camp this summer

This summer, why not explore our region from the sea.

Sports / Leisure 28 Dec 2017

Auckland gem: Rangitoto Island

Catching a ferry to Rangitoto Island to explore this iconic Auckland landmark is the perfect summer day trip.

Environment 21 Dec 2017

Changes to Waitākere weed bins

Changes are coming to the Waitākere weed bin service in an effort to reduce the dumping of inorganic rubbish.

Parks / Outdoors 21 Dec 2017

Local kids get into the swing at Jellicoe Park playground

Jellicoe Park playground has officially opened to the delight of local children.

19 Dec 2017

Catchpit safety review

The findings of a two-part review into catchpit safety following the tragic death of a teenager in Favona in June this year has been released by Auckland Council and Auckland Transport.

Environment 19 Dec 2017

Action stations for Auckland’s most improved river

A new group has been formed to action projects to improve Wairoa River's water quality.

Plans / Projects 19 Dec 2017

Land purchase unlocks opportunities for Avondale town centre

A vacant site has been purchased to support the regeneration of Avondale’s town centre.

Environment 18 Dec 2017

Is your bottom dirty? Pest-carrying hulls threaten New Zealand’s only national marine park

Boaties are being asked to clean their hulls to slow down the spread of fanworm and protect Great Barrier’s Island’s underwater world from other marine pests.

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15 Mar 2024 - 20 Dec 2024

Blockhouse Bay Library Book Club

Come along and join our lively discussions about what you've been reading, and find new books fro...

17 Aug 2024

Meditative Drawing with Natural Dyes

This workshop is designed to help you let go, surrender, and experience the joy of creating with...

17 Aug 2024

Midlife, Menopause and Me | Niki Bezzant

Join author Niki Bezzant for an informative and engaging evening discussing her latest book.

17 Aug 2024

Teens Writing Workshop | Danielle Kionasina Dilys Thomson

Join us for a one-of-a-kind writing workshop at Mt Albert Library as part of We Read Auckland.

17 Aug 2024

Women in Wartime | Jude Dobson & Olivia Spooner

Don't miss this opportunity to be inspired by these unforgettable women.

17 Aug 2024 - 15 Sep 2024

RELAY: AUT Toi Ataata Visual Arts

RELAY is presented by students from AUT Toi Ataata Visual Arts and responds to notions of ephemer...

17 Aug 2024 - 20 Oct 2024

MILKSTARS | Sound Constellations in the Chartwell Collection

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19 Jul 2024 - 21 Nov 2024

Repair Cafe

REPAIRS available are MENDING of clothing and textiles (yet no alterations) as well as small ELEC...