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Community 2 Oct 2025

This or That? choose Kohuora Park’s new playground look

Consultation is now open for one of Papatoetoe’s most loved green spaces, Kohuora Park.

Community 1 Oct 2025

From coast to countryside, Rodney’s parks offer something for everyone

Some are buzzing with activity, others are hidden gems and one aims to be a major regional destination.

Kids / Family 1 Oct 2025

Upper Harbour’s best kept walking secrets

Trade the urban hustle for tranquil forest walks just minutes from home.

Community 1 Oct 2025

Six new community spots to check out in Hibiscus and Bays

From climbing towers and nature trails to forest paths and cosy reading corners, there’s something new waiting for you in Hibiscus and Bays.

Community 1 Oct 2025

The formidable Sandra Coney steps down after 24 years

Sandra Coney is stepping down after 24 years of public service.

Hauraki Gulf 30 Sep 2025

Building better on the island

Aotea / Great Barrier Local Board is funding projects that make the island an even better place to live.

Parks / Outdoors 30 Sep 2025

Building better for Ōrākei parks and leisure

Ōrākei Local Board is investing in parks, playgrounds and wildlife habitats that make local life even better.

Parks / Outdoors 30 Sep 2025

New and improved – building better in Waitematā

From paths to pools, see how Waitematā Local Board is investing in better neighbourhoods.

Events

16 Jul 2025 - 10 Dec 2025

Storytime

Encouraging a love of books through stories, rhymes and songs.

16 Jul 2025 - 17 Dec 2025

Māori Art

Learn the art of harakeke weaving at Te Pātaka Kōrero o Ōtāhuhu every Wednesday, from 10am to 2pm...

18 Jun 2025 - 31 Dec 2025

RSA drop-in service

A drop-in service for current and former service personnel and their families.

04 Jun 2025 - 10 Dec 2025

Wriggle and Rhyme kori me te ruri - Ōrewa Library

Wriggle and Rhyme is a programme that promotes active movement and brain development for babies a...

04 Jun 2025 - 17 Dec 2025

Digital Seniors free tech help for older people at Albany Village Library

Are you a senior who would like some help with your digital device?

28 May 2025 - 28 May 2026

New Lynn Community Hub Seed Library

Sow and share at our seed library!

16 Apr 2025 - 17 Dec 2025

Strength and circuits

This class offers options for all fitness levels with regressions and progressions tailored to yo...

26 Mar 2025 - 10 Dec 2025

Low-sensory quiet hour at Glenfield Library

Dimmed lights in the children's area, with quiet voices and limited noise throughout the library.