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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.

Development 8 Jul 2016

Papatoetoe mall gets major upgrade

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

Housing 8 Jul 2016

New housing and reserve in Whangaparāoa Peninsula

Whangaparāoa Peninsula residents and people wanting to buy a slice of the area’s coastal lifestyle are set to benefit from the transformation of two open spaces in Stanmore Bay.

Arts 8 Jul 2016

Māori Language Week goes POP

POPPING and piquing public interest on Queens Wharf to celebrate Te Wiki o Te Reo Māori.

Environment 6 Jul 2016

Service changes in Auckland's northwest

If you live in Rodney, Hibiscus Coast, Waitakere or North Shore – or know someone who does – what do you need to know?

Environment 5 Jul 2016

Watch: kids explain recycling changes

Shiny new recycling bins will be gracing properties in Rodney, Hibiscus Coast, North Shore and Waitākere from 1 July as changes to recycling collections take effect.

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15 Apr 2024 - 13 Dec 2024

Digital Seniors free one-on-one tech support - Whangaparāoa

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

15 Aug 2024 - 29 Aug 2024

Family History Month at Sir Edmund Hillary Library

Join us this Family History Month for a series of exciting events.

16 Aug 2024

How "Blackbirding" Changed The Pacific Forever

Learn about some of the worst blackbirders in the Pacific region and what lives they led to make...

16 Aug 2024

Ka mua, ka muri | Saraid de Silva & Shilo Kino

Join us for an evening with award-winning authors.

16 Aug 2024

Word-Up Showcase

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21 Jun 2024 - 20 Dec 2024

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Join our friendly librarian Surani for a relaxed shared reading experience with like-minded reade...

15 Mar 2024 - 20 Dec 2024

Blockhouse Bay Library Book Club

Come along and join our lively discussions about what you've been reading, and find new books fro...

17 Aug 2024

Meditative Drawing with Natural Dyes

This workshop is designed to help you let go, surrender, and experience the joy of creating with...