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Community 9 Jul 2024

Community projects across the Whau to receive $22.3 million investment

Community focused programmes and projects are set to receive a $22.3 million funding boost over the next year thanks to Whau Local Board.  

Environment 8 Jul 2024

Waiheke board backs marine protection bill

Protection of the Hauraki Gulf has taken a positive step forward in line with the Waiheke Local Board’s commitment to support the Hauraki Gulf / Tīkapa Moana Marine Protection Bill as part of its Local Board Agreement.

Community 5 Jul 2024

Ōrākei celebrates success

From saving open spaces to funding meaningful events, Ōrākei Local Board looks back at a few of the things it has accomplished so far this electoral term.

Community 5 Jul 2024

$28 million invested into Maungakiekie-Tāmaki

This investment supports Maungakiekie-Tāmaki Local Board’s goals outlined in its 2023 plan, which prioritises local outcomes and aligns with the Auckland Plan.

Civil Defence / Emergency Management 4 Jul 2024

Waiheke emergency volunteers get a hand from the board

Waiheke volunteer groups have received a financial boost from the local board to help prepare the island for future emergencies.

Community 4 Jul 2024

Howick steps up in the battle against crime

The Howick Local Board has allocated its share of the Crime Prevention Safety Initiatives fund to several partner organisations, to address specific safety concerns in the area.

Community 3 Jul 2024

Transport equity that matters for Ōtara-Papatoetoe

Reflecting strong local feedback, Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board has urged Auckland Transport (AT) to support local board transport priorities for local investment.

Community 1 Jul 2024

Finalist announced in the 18th Estuary Art and Ecology Awards 2024

Recognised nationally as Aotearoa’s only art award dedicated to ecological themes, the annual Estuary Art and Ecological Awards is proudly funded by the Howick Local Board.

Events

05 May 2026 - 07 May 2026

Sign Language Week Storytime

A great opportunity to encourage an interest in books, while building language and literacy skills.

06 May 2026 - 27 May 2026

Encore! Librarians at lunchtime

Encore! celebrates how live music brings people together through collective experience.

06 May 2026 - 03 Jun 2026

Chats for carers

Join us for a cuppa, a chat, a catch up with other carers and find out what support is available.

06 May 2026 - 10 Jun 2026

Botanical Art Classes

The class will take place in the atmospheric Billard House, and in the gardens.

06 May 2026 - 29 Jul 2026

Listen up!

The display celebrates the history of Auckland Libraries’ music collection and its connections wi...

04 Mar 2026 - 01 Jul 2026

Life after Stroke: Stroke Education groups

Join others in your community affected by stroke in a series of small group education sessions th...

04 Mar 2026 - 02 Dec 2026

Wednesday Book Chat

Share your thoughts, discover new titles, and connect with fellow book enthusiasts.

04 Feb 2026 - 02 Dec 2026

Book Chat - Glen Eden Library

Come join our friendly group where you can hear about good books from other keen readers and shar...