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14-24 year olds 30 Aug 2017

Enjoy your Henderson

Did you know that Henderson and its surrounding area is full of great things to do? It has everything from parks and playgrounds, to pools, leisure centres and libraries, all run or looked after by Auckland Council.

Community 29 Aug 2017

Junior Neighbourhood Support Program launched

The Junior Neighbourhood Support Program (JNS), was launched at Te Papapa Primary School on 10 August.

Mayor 28 Aug 2017

Auckland Council votes to get on with Drury South development

A decision on 24 August by Auckland Mayor Phil Goff and Auckland Council's Governing Body has ensured the development of 700 houses and a new business park in Drury South will continue.

Heritage 25 Aug 2017

The Tepid Baths: An Auckland gem

Find out more about the Tepid Baths, which has been a landmark near Auckland's waterfront since it opened in 1914.

Environment 24 Aug 2017

Get ready to roll!

If you live in Howick or south Auckland, it's time to ditch the bags – your new rubbish bin collection starts on Monday 4 September.

Walkways 22 Aug 2017

Inner west walking and cycling improvements get underway

Two new walking and cycling routes will make travel through the inner-west suburbs safer and more enjoyable.

Pools 22 Aug 2017

Update on cabling at Albany Stadium Pool

Auckland Council has been advised by WorkSafe there is no immediate risk to public safety from a type of cabling used by Lyon Electrical, a company contracted to carry out electrical work at Albany Stadium Pool.

22 Aug 2017

Orangutans on Ōtautahi outing

Auckland Zoo’s orangutans will move temporarily to Otautahi / Christchurch while a new home is built for them.

Events

18 May 2025 - 21 Dec 2025

The Reading Revolution's Shared Reading Group

Just drop in, grab a cuppa and enjoy some wonderful short stories and poems!

05 May 2025 - 08 Dec 2025

Storytime - Warkworth Library

Join us for Storytime: fun stories, songs, and rhymes for the little ones!

24 Mar 2025 - 16 Dec 2025

Wriggle and Rhyme - Parnell Library

A fun interactive session of songs, stories and bubbles for babies and toddlers.

17 Mar 2025 - 15 Dec 2025

Plunket Meadowbank Playgroup

Join us on Monday mornings for some fun, friendship, support, and child-led play.

11 Mar 2025 - 09 Dec 2025

Let's Talk Kids Book Club

Have you ever cracked a secret code, met a talking animal, or traveled to an invisible city? At L...

10 Mar 2025 - 15 Dec 2025

Storytime - Pakuranga Library

Join Pakuranga Library for a fun session of stories, songs and rhymes designed to inspire imagina...

10 Feb 2025 - 08 Dec 2025

Rhythm & beats at Whangaparāoa Library

The librarians will lead a varied programme featuring rhyme, songs, music, and movement.

03 Feb 2025 - 20 Dec 2025

Digital Seniors free tech help for older people at Devonport Library

Learn how to do what you'd like to do with your phone, laptop, tablet or other device.