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Community 19 Feb 2025

Panmure sign: next steps locked in

In April the Maungakiekie-Tāmaki Local Board will decide the future of the Panmure sign, following public consultation. 

Elections 19 Feb 2025

Adrian Tyler steps down from Kaipātiki Local Board

Adrian Tyler, Kaipātiki Local Board member has stepped down from his position on the board, providing his resignation effective 5 February 2025.

Community 18 Feb 2025

$2m destination playground on the horizon for Barry Curtis Park

A spectacular nearly $2m playground designed to offer an exciting range of play options for all tamariki (children), is coming to Barry Curtis Park, after Howick Local Board approved the concept designs.

Elections 18 Feb 2025

Devonport-Takapuna Local Board Chair Toni van Tonder resigns

Devonport-Takapuna Local Board Chair Toni van Tonder has stepped down from her position as chair and elected member of the board, providing her resignation effective 18 February 2025.

Community 17 Feb 2025

Mount Albert War Memorial Hall set for a glow-up

The War Memorial Hall, which is situated near the Rocket Park and popular Mt Albert Recreation Centre, will undergo a facelift to improve the overall experience for the different users of the popular facility.

Community 17 Feb 2025

Kaipātiki Welcoming Plan adopted

The Kaipātiki local board has taken another proactive step toward welcoming its newest residents with the adoption of the Kaipātiki Welcoming Plan.

Community 17 Feb 2025

Happy Tuk-tuk: go ahead, make my ride

Aroha always, safety first. With its vibrant yellow and purple colours and upbeat karaoke jams, the 'Happy Tuk-tuk' at Ōtara Town Centre is spreading happiness and safety, helping to create a more inviting town centre.

Community 17 Feb 2025

West Auckland RDA facility gallops ahead

The ongoing development of the West Auckland RDA covered riding facility is galloping further ahead thanks to a $512,859 grant from Auckland Council.

Events

29 Apr 2026 - 16 Dec 2026

Minecraft Club - Helensville

Come and show off your own builds, join in a co-operative adventure and chat about all things cubed.

29 Apr 2026 - 31 Dec 2026

Kids time

Kids under six and their grownups are invited to join the Helensville Library staff for stories,...

24 Apr 2026 - 04 Jul 2026

The Blue Dome

This exhibition presents new work by Iranian born, Tāmaki Makaurau based artist Selina Ershadi.

22 Apr 2026 - 10 Jun 2026

Life Drawing 101

This course will be an introduction into figure drawing where we will learn how to construct more...

22 Apr 2026 - 01 Jul 2026

Open maker session

Come along and get creative with our 3D printers and much more!

22 Apr 2026 - 01 Jul 2026

Wriggle and Rhyme - Albany

A programme that promotes active movement and brain development for babies and toddlers aged two...

22 Apr 2026 - 16 Dec 2026

Mandarin Rhymetime - Northcote

Enjoy Chinese language and culture through music, stories and activities! 從音樂, 故事及遊戲中快樂學習中華文化

15 Apr 2026 - 31 Jul 2026

Encore! Artboards

Enjoy photographs highlighting the diversity of the Tāmaki music scene.