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Cycling 9 Feb 2016

Lightpath riding high, with cycle journeys on the increase

Nelson Street’s new pink Lightpath, Te Ara I Whiti, is now the second most popular cycle route in Auckland, with thousands of keen cyclists and pedestrians making use of the path over the summer break.

Transport 2 Feb 2016

Double-deckers coming to harbour bridge and North Shore

Bus passengers who travel across the harbour bridge will soon be riding in style. Auckland Transport and its operator Ritchies Transport are introducing another 15 double-deckers to the popular Northern Express service.

Development 2 Feb 2016

Rodney youth get involved in playground design

Young people in Helensville, Leigh and Te Hana are picking their favourite equipment for their local playground.

Development 28 Jan 2016

Local board supports plans to develop Onehunga

Maungakiekie-Tāmaki Local Board has voiced its support for plans to redevelop Onehunga’s port and town centre.

Arts 27 Jan 2016

Murals bring splash of pride at Gallaher Park

The Gallaher Park clubroom walls have been given a colourful makeover thanks to murals from local artists.

Community 27 Jan 2016

Pavilion opens with song and dance

Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board, local iwi and residents opened a new pavilion at James Watson Park with a dawn blessing and neighbourhood fun day.

Community 27 Jan 2016

Award for community stalwart

Howick Local Board presented the overall Rotary Club of Botany East Tāmaki Citizen of the Year Award to community stalwart Hans Wang.

Arts 26 Jan 2016

On the passing of Barry Brickell

Auckland Council pays tribute to renowned potter, artist, environmentalist and craftsman Barry Brickell whose work features in many public collections, including the council’s.

Events

05 Apr 2023

Professor Brian Greene – The Twilight of Time: A Cosmic Journey to Eternity

A reminder that the vastness of our universe cares little for human beings, so it’s up to us to take charge of our destiny.

05 Apr 2023 - 06 Apr 2023

Bunny Events for Pre-schoolers

Bring your pre-schoolers for Bunny themed days.

05 Apr 2023 - 12 Apr 2023

Working Bee at the OMG Urban Farm – EcoFest

Discover the potential and wonder that plants and soil microbes have to offer!

08 Mar 2023 - 03 May 2023

Tea & Tales

Join library staff as we read stories, watch movie clips, listen to podcast episodes, and chat about them!

17 Feb 2023 - 05 Apr 2023

Reading Revolution

Enjoy reading with our Reading Revolution group.

01 Feb 2023 - 06 Dec 2023

Book Chat - Papakura

Join us for a lively discussion of what we have all been reading.

01 Feb 2023 - 06 Dec 2023

Wednesday Book Chat

Share a review on what you're reading at the moment and discuss with other bibliophiles.

06 Apr 2023

New Volunteer Induction Session - EcoFest

Join a Volunteer Induction Session before starting to volunteer.