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Transport 16 Jan 2018

Electric rideshare trial launching in Devonport

An on-demand electric vehicle to take customers to and from the Devonport Ferry Terminal and their destination.

Cycling 15 Jan 2018

Life in the Bike Lane – Sam Learmonth

Lawyer Sam Learmonth regularly rides around Herne Bay and the waterfront, via Westhaven.

Transport 12 Jan 2018

First trees replanted in Teal Park

The first two trees have been replanted in Teal Park as part of the Quay Street Cycleway Extension.

Cycling 11 Jan 2018

Life in the Bike Lane – Ingrid Granda

Engineer Ingrid Granda regularly rides her road bike along Grafton Gully from Kingsland, and loves Auckland’s growing bike network.

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.

Events

26 Jan 2024 - 29 Nov 2024

Family History Help

Need help researching your family tree? Library staff and volunteers from the Papakura Branch of...

31 Aug 2024

Creating Family Trees With Online Software

Learn basics of the most popular PC-based software (apps) available that can be used to record yo...

31 Aug 2024

Little Unique

Join an informative one day weekend mosaic workshop suitable for art enthusiasts of all ages and...

31 Aug 2024 - 10 Nov 2024

Newell Harry and Peter Simpson

This two-person exhibition brings into dialogue the practices of Australian-based South African a...

01 Sep 2024

Soft Stone Sculpture Workshop

This workshop is an excellent introduction to sculpting and no experience is necessary.

01 Sep 2024 - 29 Sep 2024

Beginner's Panel Carving with Natanahira Pona

Learn about different types of wood and their qualities, Māori patterns, carving tools and more.

03 Sep 2024

Sort Your Space & Clear Your Mind Using the KonMari Method

Join Celine Sumic, certified KonMari Consultant, as she discusses how you can achieve more joy in...

03 Sep 2024 - 15 Sep 2024

In Other Words

Meet characters Arthur and Jane as they retell how they met, fell in love and tried to cope with...