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Transport 6 Aug 2024

West boards unite in opposition to speed limit changes

Proposed changes to speed limit rules should consider the impacts to all road users, including social and environmental impacts.  

Community 6 Aug 2024

Show time for Panmure Basin bridge

The curtain is about to be raised on works to prepare for installation of the new Panmure Basin bridge for pedestrians, scooters and bikes.

Environment 2 Aug 2024

Neighbours combine to battle flooding

Floodwaters have no respect for council boundaries.

Environment 31 Jul 2024

Environmental heroes supported by Kaipātiki board

Over $1.3 million will help deliver environmental projects across the Kaipātiki region in the coming year, following the local board agreeing its environmental budget at a June business meeting.

Community 31 Jul 2024

Let it flow, becoming flood resilient

News that work has begun clearing a flood-prone stream in Māngere East is welcome news for a community grappling with frequent flooding.

Community 31 Jul 2024

How we represent you in East Auckland: Time to have your say

The Howick Local Board is proposing subdivision changes to better serve and reflect local communities.

Pools 31 Jul 2024

Northwest pool moves forward

News that plans for a new pool in the Northwest of Auckland is one step closer has delighted community advocates.

Environment 30 Jul 2024

Preventing pollution in Penrose

One hundred Penrose businesses this year were visited by pollution prevention experts to assess and educate them of ways to prevent potential sources of pollution entering the harbour via stormwater drains.

Events

08 Jan 2026 - 02 Apr 2026

Knitting and Craft Group

Bring your knitting, crochet or craft project and enjoy a chat.

08 Jan 2026 - 17 Dec 2026

Knitting Circle

Come and knit at Blockhouse Bay Library!

13 Nov 2025 - 12 Feb 2026

Vector Lights Sparkle Hour

Get together with friends and whānau to watch Vector Lights from your favourite viewing spots aro...

09 Oct 2025 - 30 Jun 2026

Digital Seniors free tech help for older people - Ōrewa Library

Our friendly, police-vetted volunteers are available to provide you with free one-on-one help to...

25 Sep 2025 - 12 Feb 2026

Rongoā Māori hīkoi with Emma Haslam

Explore the healing gifts of Papatūānuku and how our very presence contributes to the wellbeing o...

19 Jun 2025 - 30 Jun 2026

Low sensory hour

Dimmed lights on the ground floor with quiet voices and limited noise throughout the library.

13 Feb 2026

Free exhibition tour

Join us for a free guided tour of our current exhibitions, offered on the second Friday of each m...

13 Feb 2026

Green Bay Stream Care Session

Come along to save the Waitahurangi Awa from pest plants and rubbish, and to help this stream tha...