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Environment 30 Nov 2015

Parks go smokefree in Upper Harbour

Upper Harb​our Local Board has moved to make its 10 most popular local parks and reserves smokefree.

Sports / Leisure 27 Nov 2015

Zoo tales: Rotoroa field trips

In this week’s Zoo tales, Auckland Zoo’s Rotoroa Island education officer Brian takes us on a field trip (with orca and kiwi!) and tells us why wildlife education is important as well as fun.

Beaches 27 Nov 2015

Driving permits for some west coast beaches

Recognising that driving on the beach is very different from driving on the road, the council has a permit system in place for people wanting to drive on the very popular Muriwai and Kariotahi beaches.

Plans / Projects 26 Nov 2015

North Rodney council proposed

The Northern Action Group (NAG) has applied to the Local Government Commission to create a North Rodney Unitary Council.

Beaches 24 Nov 2015

Karekare Surf Lifesaving Club enters the drone zone

A surveillance drone will help save lives at Karekare.

Arts 24 Nov 2015

Five years of progress in Ōtara-Papatoetoe

With Auckland Council recently reaching its fifth anniversary, we take a closer look at the local progress in Ōtara, Manukau and Papatoetoe.

Community 24 Nov 2015

Ōrākei Community Patrol celebrates milestone

The Ōrākei Community Patrol has celebrated an important milestone in its goal to provide greater safety for the Ōrākei suburb.

Community 24 Nov 2015

Kaipātiki Local Board celebrates five years

Auckland Council’s five-year milestone is an opportunity to reflect on the achievements of the Kaipātiki Local Board over this time.

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.