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Environment 14 Jul 2016

Restoring one of Auckland's rarest ecosystems

You wouldn’t know it, but a council property on Epsom’s Almorah Rd harbours one of the rarest ecosystems in Auckland.

Beaches 13 Jul 2016

Safety precautions help save fisherman

Proper safety precautions and a swift response from emergency services helped save a fisherman who was swept off the rocks at Piha on Saturday.

Beaches 13 Jul 2016

Local Waiheke man the first to witness giant kokopu spawning

A local pig hunter on Waiheke Island got the surprise of his life earlier this month when he came across one of New Zealand’s most endangered native fish, the giant kokopu, spawning.

Kids / Family 13 Jul 2016

Kids leave mark on future streets

Children from Nga Iwi Primary School in Māngere are leaving their mark on the new playground at the nearby Windrush Reserve.

Arts 12 Jul 2016

A new look arts centre for Howick

On 11 June, Howick’s Uxbridge Arts Centre reopened after a year long redevelopment, realising the community’s vision for a fit for purpose arts and culture facility.

Heritage 11 Jul 2016

Seeking new stories of the old west

The Waitākere Ranges Local Board is seeking original research for a new heritage conference focused on West Auckland’s history, called New Stories of the Old West.

Environment 11 Jul 2016

Apply now for Howick ecology award

Schools with students with a passion for their local environment are invited to be nominated for this year’s Ros Nicholson Award for Native ecology.

Business / Economy 8 Jul 2016

Papatoetoe mall gets major upgrade

A major upgrade of a main-street mall in Old Papatoetoe will get underway soon.

Events

07 Feb 2023 - 05 Dec 2023

Wriggle and Rhyme - Kori me te ruri

Active movement and brain development for babies and toddlers aged two years and under.

07 Feb 2023 - 19 Dec 2023

Mandarin Computer Class

Learn the basic skills on how to use a computer, smart phone, iPad, and more.

17 Jan 2023 - 19 Dec 2023

Digital Seniors Hub: Drop-In

Digital coaches can help seniors get online.

19 Jul 2022 - 02 Jul 2024

West Navigators Youth Group - Te Manawa

Learn to write song, record, and collaborate with other musicians.

06 Dec 2023

Exhibition Curator Talk: Chat with Cat for Luff

Join Cat Fooks, the curator of our current major exhibition, lʌf, as she talks about the process...

06 Dec 2023 - 13 Dec 2023

Storytime at the Maritime

Every Wednesday, we run free sessions exploring the stories of the sea. Your tamariki will be tre...

06 Dec 2023 - 23 Dec 2023

Christmas Lights at MOTAT

Enjoy tram rides and carol singers, outdoor games, a visit with Santa, along with some delicious...

22 Nov 2023 - 06 Dec 2023

Wriggle and Rhyme

Join us at Glen Eden Library to help stimulate the development of your baby's body and brain.