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Free 1 Nov 2016

Playground review: Take a detour for fun on the beachfront

Stunning views and a seaside spot add to some exciting play equipment at Little Shoal Bay.

Cycling 31 Oct 2016

Shared path to connect Avondale and New Lynn

A new shared path between Avondale and New Lynn will offer a great way to walk and cycle between the two town centres.

Community 27 Oct 2016

Pollinator pathways in local parks

We are lucky enough to live in one of the greenest countries in the world. What we need now is the right kind of green, the kind of green that feeds and shelters our birds, bees and lesser known pollinating animals.

Playgrounds 26 Oct 2016

Playground review: City suburb's hidden gem

A timber fort is the main attraction at this Freemans Bay park.

Environment 25 Oct 2016

Rural recycling bins for Franklin

Recycling will be significantly easier for residents in rural Franklin, with the start of Auckland Council’s fortnightly roadside collection service to almost 7000 properties.

Arts 25 Oct 2016

Children's artwork lines Hobson Bay walkway

Artworks by local children now adorn the picturesque Hobson Bay walkway, giving the area an inviting splash of colour.

Transport 25 Oct 2016

New Ōtāhuhu Station opens this week

Auckland’s newest transport centre at Ōtāhuhu Station will open on 29 October, heralding the roll-out of a simpler public transport network for south Auckland.

Community 21 Oct 2016

Flower of the week: California poppy

California poppy flowers close at night and open when the sun touches them in the morning.

Events

04 May 2024

Dress to impress: Unlock Your Best Presentation

Wella Wang, a graduate of the Beijing Fashion Institute, is delighted to share tips and secrets f...

04 May 2024

Enchanted Garden - Māngere

Experience the mystical sounds of handpans by Alive Metal and be captivated by local performers.

04 May 2024

Filipino Storytime

Bilingual read-aloud, action songs and sing-along from the Philippines!

04 May 2024

Flower Your Berm

Learn everything you need to get started and let's get planting to bring the bees back.

04 May 2024

Furoshiki Workshop by KiwiOra

It can be folded and tied in different ways to create a reusable and eco-friendly alternative to...

04 May 2024

Lavender & Pearls - Book Launch and Craft

Join us for a magical morning with author Sue Carpenter as we dive into her latest junior fiction...

04 May 2024

Matt Griffin - The Mascot

Come to Eden Park this May 4th for a stunning adventure across the world in a magnificent one-of-...

04 May 2024

Sow, Grow, and Eat: Mastering Salad Greens - Beachlands Library

Come along to this Love Food Hate Waste workshop, and learn all about microgreens, sprouts, and s...