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Parks / Outdoors 6 Dec 2017

Explore: The Puhinui Stream Forest Trail

Enjoy a tranquil escape only 25 minutes' drive from the central city.

Beaches 5 Dec 2017

Free permits for driving on beaches

Aucklanders are fortunate to have two stunning beaches – Karioitahi and Muriwai – where you’re allowed to drive, provided you have a permit.

Housing 5 Dec 2017

Wynyard Quarter welcomes its first residents

The first residents to call Wynyard Quarter home will begin moving in from today, marking a major milestone in the redevelopment of the waterfront location.

Environment 5 Dec 2017

Residents advised not to swim in Warkworth quarry lake

Residents are advised not to swim in the Warkworth quarry lake because of an algae bloom.

Housing 4 Dec 2017

First home completed at The Airfields, Hobsonville Point

The first of 102 homes has been completed at the Airfields, Hobsonville Point.

Sports / Leisure 4 Dec 2017

Ōtara's sporting stars honoured

A national champion weightlifting club has won the supreme award at the inaugural Ōtara Sports Awards.

Environment 4 Dec 2017

Committee considers Waitākere kauri options

Decision to be made on kauri management.

Cycling 1 Dec 2017

Nelson Street Cycleway Stage 2 is open

Bike riders are already enjoying stage two of the Nelson Street Cycleway, giving them a safe, direct route through the city centre to the viaduct.

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...

28 Sep 2024

Ara Lodge 348 I.C. Heritage Walk

Join us for a walking tour through the heart of Auckland city’s heritage precinct.

28 Sep 2024

Artist talk with Haare Williams: Te Mauri o te Wai – The Spiritual Essence of Papatūānuku-Earth.

Join artist Haare William's as he discusses his practice, inspirations and the properties of Wai...

28 Sep 2024

Chinese Book Swap

To celebrate Chinese Language Week (September 22–28, 2024), Whangaparaoa Library will host a Chin...

28 Sep 2024

Cornwall Park Heritage Day: Recreation

Join us for a Heritage Day of recreation!

28 Sep 2024

Creative Clay Garden Markers

Join potter Jackie Muller and make a set of eight clay plant markers to personalise your garden. 

28 Sep 2024

Exploring Sacred Spaces: Sri Radha Krishna Mandir

The Auckland Inter-Faith Council (AIFC) hosts this event which includes a guided tour through the...

28 Sep 2024

Food scraps talk & beeswax wraps

Get food scraps tips, then create Beeswax wraps—register now!