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Cleaning up our environment 14 Feb 2024

Mangrove survey launched

Few plants spark as much debate as mangroves. A survey is underway to find out more.

Libraries 14 Feb 2024

Point Chevalier interim library delayed

Despite reaching agreement for a lease at a Great North Road site, council has been informed that the business leasing the location is currently under negotiation for sale, and no longer available for lease.

Council news 13 Feb 2024

Join the conversation: Input into designs for Onehunga’s new public spaces

New public plazas, green spaces, realigned public parking and safer walking connections are just a few of the ideas set to transform Onehunga’s Waiapu Precinct.

City Centre Waterfront 13 Feb 2024

GDP and employment data shows city centre outpacing NZ for second consecutive year

For the second year in a row, Auckland’s high-achieving city centre has outpaced New Zealand in both GDP and employment growth.

Community 8 Feb 2024

North Shore youth get a seat at the democratic table

North Shore youth are about to have a voice in local democracy thanks to a new initiative by Devonport-Takapuna Local Board.

Beaches 2 Feb 2024

Recovery team steps in to protect beach

Watercare is working hard to repair a pipe that has failed, closing Howick Beach.

Community 1 Feb 2024

Mental health takes the front seat in Takapuna

A new seat installed by the Devonport-Takapuna Local Board in Takapuna’s Waiwharariki Anzac Square is helping people to talk about their mental health.

Akl Paths 1 Feb 2024

10 parks to explore in Auckland's city centre

Did you know that there are ten parks or green spaces within one km of the Auckland Town Hall?

Events

26 Apr 2024

Kahoot! Quiz Session Two

Test your knowledge with another fun Kahoot! Quiz.

26 Apr 2024

Kid Scroll Art Workshop

Let's create a big colourful scroll art together.

26 Apr 2024

Modern Macrame

Learn the foundations of the ancient art of Macramé knotting to create your very own wall hanging...

26 Apr 2024

Stitching Loops

Get truly expressive with textiles in this fun one-day workshop that will teach expression and in...

26 Apr 2024

Te Ihu o Mataoho free community workshops - Māngere

Learn a new skill with this hands on workshop.

26 Apr 2024 - 27 Apr 2024

Shhh!

The Devonport Peninsula is in for a treat on April 26th and 27th with Shhh! RC is supporting tale...

19 Apr 2024 - 26 Apr 2024

Starry Storytime

These autumn school holidays, we have special parent and baby sessions where we will be reading F...

12 Apr 2024 - 20 Dec 2024

Senior Digital Club

Come and join our Senior Digital Club, a safe space for our senior patrons to learn how to use th...