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Environment 14 Sep 2023

Sipping sustainability: Aotea / Great Barrier pioneers single-use cup revolution

Aotea/ Great Barrier is aiming to be the first place in New Zealand to eliminate single-use takeaway cups.

Community 14 Sep 2023

Plant swap stall helps you dig Parnell Festival of Roses

Green fingered plant enthusiasts will have the opportunity to grow their own collections at this year’s Parnell Festival of Roses, thanks to a unique stall.

City Centre Waterfront 14 Sep 2023

Midtown Street Party celebrates an area building character through renewal    

On Thursday 28 September the inaugural Midtown Street Party is coming to Elliott, Albert, Victoria, Wellesley, Darby and Queen Streets, and along the historic Strand Arcade - from 6pm to 9pm.

Development 14 Sep 2023

Work programme supports Waiheke wairua

More than $11 million could be spent on community programmes and projects across the motu in the coming years thanks to Waiheke’s local board.

Community 13 Sep 2023

Big score for Upper Harbour facilities from council grants

More than $5 million has been awarded to two Upper Harbour facilities from Auckland Council’s Sport and Recreation Facilities Investment Fund.

Plans / Projects 13 Sep 2023

Board agreement delivers for Hibiscus and Bays

Improvements to facilities, services and environmental activities in Hibiscus and Bays are set to receive a $29 million injection thanks to the local board.

Educational 13 Sep 2023

Immersive cultural and environmental education space on the waterfront opens to the public

Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei and Te Kaunihera o Tāmaki Makaurau / Auckland Council have partnered to deliver Te Wharekura, a project which celebrates the cultural richness of Te Waitematā, and aims to inspire its protection.

Community 13 Sep 2023

10 years of all the right ingredients for East Auckland families

Bellyful East Auckland celebrates 10 years of nourishing and connecting communities by cooking and delivering free meals to whānau, with babies or young children, who need support.

Events

15 Mar 2023 - 20 Dec 2023

Monthly Book Chat

Join our friendly monthly book chat group on the 3rd Wednesday of each month.

09 Feb 2023 - 15 Nov 2023

The Book Lovers Club - New Lynn

Join a group passionate about reading to discuss books.

19 Oct 2023

DIY Worm Tower Composter Workshop

Learn how to use an in-situ DIY worm farm to directly feed your soil.

19 Oct 2023

The New Zealand Herald Premier Series: Symphonic Dances

The Symphonic Dances was the last music Rachmaninov wrote, and in many ways, it is a summation of...

19 Oct 2023 - 21 Oct 2023

Ladies Night

New Zealand's sexiest and most successful comedy of all time is about to get its gear off again!

19 Oct 2023 - 02 Nov 2023

Learn to Crochet with Sharon & Jenny

Come along to this fun and engaging workshop where you will learn how to crochet.

19 Oct 2023 - 22 Nov 2023

Introduction to pest plants workshops

Join us at our FREE upcoming workshop at Orangihina Harbourview Park.

17 Feb 2023 - 15 Dec 2023

Glen Eden Library Shared Reading Group

Join this exciting free programme to discuss short stories and poetry.