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Grey Lynn Library 2 Dec 2024

Happy Birthday to Grey Lynn Library

Grey Lynn Library is celebrating its 100th birthday this December, and you’re invited!

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.

Community 2 Dec 2024

Enjoy free whānau events with Out and About in north Auckland

Summer just got a whole lot more exiting with a range of FREE family-friendly events.

Community 2 Dec 2024

New playground opening soon in Ōrewa

Families living near Ōrewa’s Harvest Avenue are invited to walk or bike to the opening of the new park.

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

Greenhithe park wins international green award

Wainoni Park in the Upper Harbour Local Board area has won the coveted Green Flag award.

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.

Events

14 Dec 2024

Author Talk - Sandy A Bower

An author talk to launch local author Sandy A Bower’s new picture book, “Puddie Cat’s Big Move”.

14 Dec 2024

Coca-Cola Christmas in the Park

A talent packed show topped off with a fireworks finale.

14 Dec 2024

Craft your own natural skincare

This will be a fun, hands-on workshop and a chance to work with a natural skincare professional.

14 Dec 2024

Fuse Bucket Drumming Workshop

Join us for a fun, free and family-friendly bucket drumming workshop.

14 Dec 2024

Hogwarts Christmas - An Evening for Book Lovers

Step into a magical book club event inspired by J K Rowlings’ infamous Harry Potter universe.

14 Dec 2024

How the Grinch Stole Christmas

Come early to the grass terraces, bring a picnic mat, enjoy games and face painting from 6pm, plu...

14 Dec 2024

Onehunga Community Christmas Carols

Come along and be serenaded by the angelic voices of our local church groups as they sing classic...

14 Dec 2024

Rainbow Ringers of Howick - Christmas Concert

Enjoy a cup of tea as you relax and watch them play.