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Cycling 12 Dec 2016

City cycle commute's a breeze

Auckland Transport is telling the stories of Aucklanders who love cycling. This week, find out why Matt, a project engineer, loves his ride from Penrose to the city . . .

Community 9 Dec 2016

Congratulations to new apprentices

Auckland Council’s Te Auaunga Awa project team is celebrating the achievement of eight young people this week who are completing a construction training course and getting ready to start apprenticeships.

Walkways 9 Dec 2016

Stage one of scenic walking and cycling route opens

Mayor Phil Goff and Transport Minister Simon Bridges have opened stage one of the Glen Innes to Tamaki Drive Shared Path.

Cycling 9 Dec 2016

A night of heavy lifting on Waterview Shared Path

The installation of 10 large precast pier sections for a bridge spanning Oakley Creek is a milestone in the construction of the Waterview Shared Path.

Heritage 9 Dec 2016

Historic homestead becomes community hub

Millwater residents are impressed with the fully restored Stoney Homestead, which will soon open as the neighbourhood community hub.

Community 8 Dec 2016

Youth employment champions recognised at Whau Badge Awards

Thirteen local businesses and nineteen local youth were recognised at the Whau Badge awards in Avondale.

Community 7 Dec 2016

Slam dunk for northern basketballers

The new Spark basketball court in Albany's Hooton Reserve is officially open.

Technology / Innovation 7 Dec 2016

Counting pedestrians in the city centre

Did you know you can get up-to-date information about the number of pedestrians at various sites across Auckland’s city centre?

Events

02 Feb 2026 - 14 Dec 2026

Makerspace

Free, fun and educational afterschool program on Mondays for children aged 5+.

26 Jan 2026 - 01 Dec 2026

Tai Chi at Te Manawa

Enjoy "meditation in motion," it benefits strength, flexibility, and balance.

10 Nov 2025 - 01 Dec 2026

Wriggle and Rhyme - Takapuna Library

Join us for Wriggle and Rhyme, a lively 30-minute session filled with music, movement, and play.

21 Apr 2026

Collected and classified: Biology in a box

Hear art historian Andrew McKay, floral artist Felicity Jones and Auckland Museum invertebrates c...

21 Apr 2026

Microgreens and sprouts

The workshop will also cover practical advice on how to avoid food waste in the kitchen including...

21 Apr 2026 - 09 Jun 2026

Portrait Drawing 101

This course will introduce you to the head drawing methods taught by masters Frank Riley, Andrew...

17 Feb 2026 - 21 Apr 2026

Stream Care Day

Join us in caring for our precious waterways through hands-on ecological action.

17 Feb 2026 - 15 Dec 2026

Coding Club at East Coast Bays Library

Join us each week, during term time, as we learn all about Scratch, Python and HTML.