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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.

Sports / Leisure 29 Apr 2016

Don’t forget to see the forget-me-not at the Botanic Gardens

With their delicate white rosette like leaves forget-me-not are a firm favourite with visitors to Auckland’s Botanic Gardens.

Environment 29 Apr 2016

Discover ‘Cook’s Scurvy Grass’ at the Botanic Gardens

Nau, or ‘Cook’s Scurvy Grass’, is one of the many coastal herbs which would have helped rid Captain Cook’s crew of scurvy.

Community 28 Apr 2016

Housing update: Glen Innes, Point England and Panmure

Tamaki Regeneration Company (TRC) is making great strides in regenerating the Auckland suburbs of Glen Innes, Point England and Panmure.

Events

14 Dec 2024

Women’s Wellbeing Chinese Talk Series: Session 4: Living Well in Later Life

Explore strategies for overcoming life’s challenges, fostering self-awareness and self-acceptance.

14 Dec 2024 - 15 Dec 2024

Christmas Sailing with Mrs Claus

Join Mrs Claus for a Christmas sailing aboard Ted Ashby.

14 Dec 2024 - 15 Dec 2024

Revisiting Siapo With Florence Ulutunu

Be introduced to the histories and narratives around siapo.

24 Aug 2024 - 15 Dec 2024

Death Cafe - Mt Roskill Library

Enjoy a group-directed discussion about death with no agenda, objectives or themes.

15 Dec 2024

Comedy Hypnosis Show in Chinese

The comedy hypnosis show by the only Chinese comedy hypnotist in New Zealand will definitely open...

26 Jul 2024 - 15 Dec 2024

Tunes 4 Tamariki Christmas | Kirihimete

Get together with the Auckland Philharmonia for some sing-a-long, dance-a-long family festive fun.

20 Feb 2024 - 17 Dec 2024

Social Knitting Club | Leys Institute Little Library

Whether you're a crochet novice or master knitter, if you want to meet other like-minded crafty f...

18 Dec 2024

Waste Free Christmas Celebrations

Come along and get handy tips and creative recipes to reduce food waste over Christmas.