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Heritage 20 Sep 2016

Suffragists recognised

On 19 September 1893, New Zealand became the first nation in the world to grant women the right to vote. Yesterday in recognition, the lower section of Khartoum Place was renamed Te Hā o Hine Place.

Youth / Rangatahi 20 Sep 2016

Watch: Tupu Youth Library goes digital

With a big collection of graphic novels and comics, TVs and a table tennis table, Tupu Youth Library is a place of fun and learning.

Community 20 Sep 2016

Community projects get a helping hand

Playgrounds, community halls and environmental projects will all benefit from the Rodney Local Board’s latest grant round.

Community 19 Sep 2016

Mount Albert’s new pedestrian link bridge is open

A number of local residents joined Mayor Len Brown and the Albert-Eden Local Board on Saturday to mark a special occasion – the opening of the Mount Albert pedestrian link bridge.

Community 19 Sep 2016

$144,000 boost for Hibiscus and Bays community projects

Grants have been approved to assist 36 community groups deliver local projects and events in the Hibiscus and Bays Local Board area.

Housing 15 Sep 2016

Latest update on the Three Kings quarry housing development

A proposed housing development on the site of the former Three Kings quarry by Fletcher Residential has been gaining media attention in recent weeks and has culminated in a community meeting.

Community 15 Sep 2016

Manu Tukutuku symbol of community empowerment

A new community facility in the Manurewa suburb of Randwick Park is a shining light of community empowerment at its best.

Plans / Projects 15 Sep 2016

Torbay Plaza is getting a facelift

Visitors to Torbay Plaza will soon be able to enjoy a safer, more pedestrian-friendly and attractive centre.

Events

02 Aug 2026

Musical Offerings 4 - Incandescence

Villani-Jamieson Duo presents Te Ao Trio!

02 Aug 2026 - 16 Aug 2026

Dragon beard candy making workshop

Discover the traditional craft of Dragon Beard Candy - a delicate handmade sweet made from sugar...

07 Jun 2026 - 06 Dec 2026

Death Cafe - Birkenhead

Join a group directed confidential discussion about death with no agenda.

03 May 2026 - 02 Aug 2026

Kintsugi workshops

Learn the magical art of Kintsugi with artist Ema Frost.

12 Apr 2026 - 06 Dec 2026

Book Club

Discuss the book club selection of the month and share what else you’ve been enjoying reading.

01 Mar 2026 - 06 Dec 2026

Ukelele Jam

Join our Ukulele Club on the first Sunday of every month*, for a jam session playing along to hit...

16 Feb 2025 - 23 Dec 2029

Dementia friendly Sunday

Come for a cuppa and a chat in a safe friendly space.

02 Mar 2026 - 07 Dec 2026

Whangaparāoa Library Book Club

Whether you’re a lifelong reader or simply enjoy a good story, our library book group is a welcom...