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Playgrounds 30 Aug 2016

Revamped playground a hit with kids

Ōrākei Local Board has celebrated completion of its sixth playground upgrade this term.

30 Aug 2016

Ports working hard for Auckland

It’s been a successful year for Auckland Council-owned company Ports of Auckland.

Walkways 30 Aug 2016

Wairau Valley wetland and shared path open

A $2.2m council project delivering an improved wetland area, park space and sustainable transport links in Wairau was opened to the public.

Transport 30 Aug 2016

New signs to warn overheight trucks at Penrose

An improved warning system has been installed on Auckland's Southern Motorway to reduce the number of high vehicles crashing into Penrose Bridge.

Environment 30 Aug 2016

Get gardening tips from the experts

Did you know that the experts at Auckland Botanic Gardens can give you free advice about what to plant in your garden, and help you identify plants and garden pests?

Beaches 29 Aug 2016

Explore Whatipū Scientific Reserve and Te Ana Ru Cave

When you think of going out for a night of dancing, a remote cave on one of Auckland’s wild west coast beaches isn’t the first venue that comes to mind.

Community 28 Aug 2016

Housing for older Aucklanders - Marion's story

With the announcement that Auckland Council is going to redevelop housing for older Aucklanders, we meet some of the people who live in the villages.

Environment 27 Aug 2016

Plans for a predator-free Devonport

Auckland Council's biodiversity, local parks, biosecurity and maunga authority teams are working with the Department of Conservation, the navy and the community to eliminate predators on the Devonport Peninsula.

Events

25 Oct 2024

Gibbs Farm fundraiser for Tamahunga Trappers

Tamahunga Trappers Inc. Society is excited to offer a visit to Gibbs Farm as a fundraiser for our...

25 Oct 2024

SCULPTURAL HAND - BUILDING DEMONSTRATION

Join Rubee for a demonstration of their hand-building technique in creating enclosed, hole-filled...

26 Jan 2024 - 29 Nov 2024

Family History Help

Need help researching your family tree? Library staff and volunteers from the Papakura Branch of...

26 Oct 2024

Lights Out at Lake House Arts - Halloween Event

Lights Out at Lake House Arts is back – bigger, spookier, and packed with thrills!

26 Oct 2024

Low-Waste Spring Platter Workshop - Botany Library

Get creative with low-waste spring platter ideas, and more, at this free local workshop.

26 Oct 2024

Otahuhu Food Festival

The Otahuhu Food Festival is an all day family event with over 120 food stalls and truck.

26 Oct 2024 - 27 Oct 2024

FULL CIRCLE — SEED GALLERY

24 artists, 240 artworks, $120 each. After a brief hiatus, Seed gallery is delighted to return to...

26 Oct 2024 - 28 Oct 2024

ARTS in the VILLE

Come and take advantage of this great opportunity to view, discuss and purchase art pieces from a...