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Cycling 3 May 2016

Strong support for SeaPath

Public support for Auckland’s proposed SeaPath, a proposed walking and cycling path between Takapuna and Northcote Point, has been overwhelming.

Environment 3 May 2016

Seagull rescue comes off without a hitch

It was a quiet day. Kim Clarke, a swimming pool inspector with the Building Control department, was going about her usual work day when she got the call.

Development 2 May 2016

Franklin Road set for makeover

Auckland Transport has released preliminary designs for the upgrade of Franklin Road.

Transport 29 Apr 2016

Simpler and more frequent bus network for North Shore

North Shore residents can look forward to a simpler, better connected, and more frequent bus network which reflects the community’s needs, as the final decisions on the New Network for the North Shore were released today.

Environment 29 Apr 2016

Creeping fuchsia at the Botanic Gardens

The blue pollen of these rare fuchsia are a treat for visitors to the Botanic Gardens.

Beaches 29 Apr 2016

Arkles Bay fishing permitted over winter

The summer-long ban on set netting at Arkles Bay will be lifted at midnight on Easter Monday.

Community 29 Apr 2016

Plan A, B and C is Earth!

Enter the gates at Sylvia Park School and you’ll be amazed at what students there have created.

Beaches 29 Apr 2016

Manukau Harbour home to many gems

With 520km of coastline, the Manukau Harbour is New Zealand’s second biggest harbour. It’s also home to many hidden gems which are well worth a visit while summer is still with us.

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25 Jul 2024 - 27 Dec 2024

Book Chat at Helensville Library

Chat about books you've read and loved (or hated!) recently.

27 Jun 2024 - 26 Sep 2024

Money Talks Budgeting Workshops

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22 Feb 2024 - 28 Nov 2024

Leys Institute Library Bookchat

Come along to chat about books you've enjoyed and discover your next favourite read.

01 Jan 2024 - 31 Dec 2024

Kumeu Book Club

We have a creative relationship with the books we read, meaning no two people read a book in the...

27 Sep 2024

Free Japanese Film Screening - A Silent Voice

Free Japanese Film Screening is being held at Ellen Melville Centre on the last Friday of each mo...

27 Sep 2024

Large-Scale Organic Hand-Building

This demonstration will provide a valuable opportunity to learn and refine your skills.

27 Sep 2024 - 13 Oct 2024

Time Warp: October School Holidays at Te Manawa

Join us for these exciting school holiday events.

26 Jan 2024 - 29 Nov 2024

Family History Help

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