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Plans / Projects 7 Dec 2016

Olympian Valerie Adams inspires tunnel machine naming

Junior students from Sir Edmund Hillary School have chosen a name for the tunnel boring machine (TBM) that will be used to create a stormwater diversion during the City Rail Link (CRL) work.

Environment 7 Dec 2016

Hauraki Gulf marine plan ‘Sea Change’ launched

A comprehensive marine spatial plan designed to improve and better protect the health of the Hauraki Gulf has been launched.

Free 6 Dec 2016

Playground review: Climb, swing and splash

This relatively new addition to the Waterview neighbourhood is already a firm favourite.

Housing 6 Dec 2016

Phil Goff: Pt England Reserve sale proceeds should be reinvested in public land

"The Point England land was set aside decades ago for Aucklanders to enjoy for sport and recreation,” says Phil Goff.

6 Dec 2016

Howick Local Board by-election

Interested in standing or nominating a candidate to contest the Howick Local Board Botany subdivision by-election but not sure where the boundaries are?

Environment 6 Dec 2016

Gecko species re-introduced to New Zealand mainland

For the first time in a century, the Duvaucel’s gecko can now be found in mainland New Zealand.

Transport 6 Dec 2016

Sustainability focus for CRL

Auckland's City Rail Link (CRL) project is on track with sustainability targets, according to its recently released annual review.

Community 6 Dec 2016

Auckland Council Community Star Award

The Prime Minister's Pacific Youth Awards were held last week. The awards recognise excellence and outstanding achievement by Pacific youth in New Zealand.

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...

02 Jun 2024

Sophie McCartney - Tired & Tested

Join award-winning comedian Sophie McCartney as she ventures into the perilous world of parenthoo...

13 Feb 2024 - 10 Dec 2024

The Shamrocks: Irish Genealogy Special Interest Group

The Shamrocks welcome you to meet with them and listen to speakers and discuss Irish history topics.

05 Jun 2024

Improving Sleep

A presentation by Age Concern designed for those who suffer from not enough sleep and/or good qua...

05 Jun 2024

Ranger guided walk - Te Whangamaire to Henry's Scenic, Patumahoe

Learn about the unique flora and fauna of the forest habitat within the reserve as well as the cu...

05 Jun 2024 - 15 Jun 2024

All That Glitters

A darkly beautiful tale of viewer and performer, artist and audience.

01 May 2024 - 05 Dec 2024

Digital Seniors one on one tech support - Hobsonville Point

A workshop for seniors who would like some help with your phone, laptop or tablet.

06 Mar 2024 - 04 Dec 2024

Book Chat - Sir Edmund Hillary Library

Join our lively group and meet others who are interested in sharing their reading.