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Libraries 6 Oct 2015

Devonport Library up for award

Devonport Library is of only five public libraries worldwide to be nominated for the Public Library of the Year award.

Community 2 Oct 2015

Swing down to Matakana playground

Matakana Village playground is now open.

Heritage 29 Sep 2015

Celebrating Puketāpapa's history

Puketāpapa Local Board has published two heritage studies perfect for anyone interested in the area’s history.

Community 29 Sep 2015

Students imagine future of New Lynn

Architecture students have created scenarios for the future of the Crown Lynn precinct in New Lynn.

Transport 29 Sep 2015

Swanson park and ride a boon for commuters

A new park-and-ride facility has opened at the Swanson train station, providing nearly 140 additional car parks for Swanson rail commuters.

Community 29 Sep 2015

Thanks to our volunteers

Community groups and volunteers were officially acknowledged at the Māngere-Ōtāhuhu Local Board Volunteer Awards, held recently at the Ōtāhuhu Town Hall Community Centre. Family, friends and those who put forward nominations were all in attendance.

Heritage 29 Sep 2015

War memorial unveiled

In memory of those who served at Castor Bay battery

Events

02 Dec 2025 - 17 Jun 2026

Cloth nappies, parenting and more

Join us for this insightful and humorous session tailored for parents looking to make sustainable...

18 Nov 2025 - 30 Jun 2026

Whānau friendly exercise class

Join Matavaine on Tuesdays for a free energising exercise.

07 Oct 2025 - 30 Jun 2026

Good friends group

Join us over a cuppa every Tuesday morning for our friendly Good Friends Group.

03 Jun 2025 - 22 Dec 2026

Mandarin computer class at Manukau Library

Mandarin Computer Classes help people learn the basic skills on how to use computer, smart phone,...

03 Dec 2024 - 15 Dec 2026

Wriggle and Rhyme - Avondale

Come on down to the library with your pēpi and tamariki for our Wriggle and Rhyme sessions.

17 Jun 2026

Photography workshop

Want to improve your photography skills? Take part in this session as our friends from the Manuka...

17 Jun 2026

Rōreka workshop

A community-led workshop celebrating te reo Māori and waiata.

06 May 2026 - 01 Jul 2026

Wā Pēpē | Babytime - Glenfield

Join us at Glenfield Library for a gentle session of music, rhymes and movement.