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Community 28 Aug 2024

Step into the realm of ‘Tales of Wāhine’

Through compelling storytelling and striking portraits, Tales of Wāhine is a dynamic exhibition honouring East Auckland’s top female leaders and innovators that Howick Local Board says is a must-see!

Birkenhead Library 28 Aug 2024

Birken-heading into the past

Keen to take a walk into Birkenhead’s past? A collaboration between the local community and Kaipātiki Local Board is bringing the history of the area alive.

Sports / Leisure 27 Aug 2024

Game, set, match for Glen Eden Tennis Club

It’s ace news for Glen Eden Tennis Club with key upgrades set to be served up.

Community 26 Aug 2024

Taking care of our regional treasure

A new state-of-the-art workshop and enhanced amenities at Ambury Regional Park in Māngere Bridge, thanks to Auckland Council’s Regional Capital Investment Work Programme.

Waste 22 Aug 2024

Young and old learn to upcycle waste at South Auckland community workshops

Children as young as six, along with their grandparents, are learning practical ways to reduce, reuse and recycle at Green Warrior workshops run by the Sikh Women’s Association in Ōtāhuhu.

Community 21 Aug 2024

Grants help locals play sport

Franklin ward Councillor Andy Baker welcomes council funding being put in place across the district.

Pest plants 21 Aug 2024

Understanding exotic caulerpa around Aotea

Recent exotic caulerpa surveillance around Aotea gives insight into the extent of the pest seaweed.

Events

27 Sep 2024

Senior Wellness Day

Explore local senior groups and connect with senior support organisations!

27 Sep 2024 - 13 Oct 2024

Time Warp: October School Holidays at Te Manawa

Join us for these exciting school holiday events.

26 Jan 2024 - 29 Nov 2024

Family History Help

Need help researching your family tree? Library staff and volunteers from the Papakura Branch of...

28 Sep 2024

Ara Lodge 348 I.C. Heritage Walk

Join us for a walking tour through the heart of Auckland city’s heritage precinct.

28 Sep 2024

Artist talk with Haare Williams: Te Mauri o te Wai – The Spiritual Essence of Papatūānuku-Earth.

Join artist Haare William's as he discusses his practice, inspirations and the properties of Wai...

28 Sep 2024

Chinese Book Swap

To celebrate Chinese Language Week (September 22–28, 2024), Whangaparaoa Library will host a Chin...

28 Sep 2024

Cornwall Park Heritage Day: Recreation

Join us for a Heritage Day of recreation!

28 Sep 2024

Creative Clay Garden Markers

Join potter Jackie Muller and make a set of eight clay plant markers to personalise your garden.