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Community 3 Dec 2024

Group tries to make disaster planning fun

The Community Resilience Network in Papakura is planning to spread its web wider in the new year.

Climate action 2 Dec 2024

Sacred sites will face climate impacts

Sites of culturual significance were included in a haerenga (journey) through the Papakura district.

Council news 2 Dec 2024

Prohibited fire season for islands of the Hauraki Gulf from today

Fire and Emergency NZ has declared a prohibited fire season for the Hauraki Gulf Islands, from 2 December 2024.

Civil Defence / Emergency Management 2 Dec 2024

New tool helps the Hibiscus and Bays community prepare for emergencies

The Hibiscus and Bays Local Board Emergency Readiness and Response Plan help residents and businesses stay safe in an emergency.

Community 29 Nov 2024

Sprouting success from planting days

Thanks to the tireless work of volunteers, schools, teachers, Auckland Council’s Park rangers and the Howick Local Board, a remarkable change is taking place.

Community 29 Nov 2024

New tool to help prepare for emergencies agreed

A new plan is set to empower the Howick community to better prepare for and respond to emergencies.

Community 28 Nov 2024

Ho Ho Ho! Get ready for holiday magic

As 'Jingle Bells' fills the air, it's time for the holiday festivities in Māngere-Ōtāhuhu to begin!

Events

30 Jan 2025 - 10 Apr 2025

Thursday ceramics

Explore the wonderful world of ceramics in this beginner's/intermediate class.

30 Jan 2025 - 17 Dec 2025

Rhyme time with stories

Join our rhyme time sessions with stories, songs, and movements.

23 Jan 2025 - 18 Dec 2025

Ukulele Club

Come along to play easy songs, sing-along, meet new people and have fun! BYO (Bring-Your-Own) uk...

16 Jan 2025 - 06 Mar 2025

Zoo Lates

Visit after work with mates and whānau, make it a date or just enjoy a stroll through the beautif...

05 Dec 2024 - 13 Feb 2025

Book Chat

Have a cuppa and a chat with other readers at our cosy library.

08 Sep 2022 - 12 Jun 2025

Wriggle, Rhyme and Storytime at Waiheke Library

Spend your morning at the library with fun things to do for you and your kids.

14 Feb 2025

Starlight disco

Join us for a night of family fun, music, and dancing under the stars.

14 Feb 2025

Valentine's Evening Sailing

Set sail with your loved one this Valentine's Day evening.