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Beaches 31 Jan 2017

Karekare Beach named among world's best

Karekare Beach on Auckland’s west coast has been named the second-best beach in the world by Passport Magazine, a gay travel publication.

Community 31 Jan 2017

Upcycling initiative goes from strength to strength

TAT Upcycle creates planter boxes and furniture from heat-treated, chemical-free pallet wood that would otherwise end up in the waste stream.

Community 18 Jan 2017

Waterview’s new playground opens

Waterview's exciting new playground is now open.

Arts 16 Jan 2017

Five pieces of public art to check out

If you find yourself with a free afternoon, think about exploring these gems scattered throughout wider Auckland.

Transport 16 Jan 2017

Changes for Britomart Station users

Downtown train users will soon find the Chief Post Office building closed and new entrances created for Britomart station.

Cycling 13 Jan 2017

Final piece of city cycle loop announced

The connection along Nelson St to Quay St via Market Place, Customs St West and Lower Hobson St, will complete the loop.

Sports / Leisure 12 Jan 2017

New basketball court opens in Avondale

The new Spark ‘Boroughs’ west basketball court opened on Tuesday in Avondale Central Reserve in time for the community to enjoy it over summer.

Beaches 23 Dec 2016

Muriwai Motor Camp to reopen in January

Keen campers can put a summer stay at the beach on their holiday to-do list now that Muriwai Motor Camp is scheduled to reopen in January 2017.

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04 Sep 2024 - 01 Feb 2025

Waiwaia Ngā Ngutu

The rich soundscape accompanying the exhibition brings the written word to life and affirms the e...

02 Sep 2024 - 30 Sep 2027

Climate Action Trail - Auckland Botanic Gardens

The trail contains 10 fun stops with content for tamariki and adults, showing how we can all live...

20 Aug 2024 - 03 Dec 2024

Textile Tuesday

Come along and meet other like minded folks.

10 Aug 2024 - 23 Feb 2025

Modern Women: Flight of Time

This exhibition highlights the leading role women artists have played in shaping the development...

02 Jul 2024 - 31 Dec 2024

Digital drop-in sessions

Did you know ….. digital drop-in sessions are now available at Waiheke Library?

30 Jun 2024 - 30 Jun 2025

Good Friends Group

Looking to meet some like-minded people? Join us over a cuppa every Tuesday. Meet new friends in...

30 Jun 2024 - 30 Jun 2025

Whānau Friendly Exercise Classes

Join Tu Ranga Ora in this exercise programme.

04 Jun 2024 - 26 Nov 2024

TnT (Tupu and Teens)

All Tupu & Teens are welcome to join us in our weekly activities celebrating various themes, holi...