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Council news 31 Aug 2023

New Papakura water treatment plant boosts Auckland’s water supply by 12 million litres

The new $81m Papakura Water Treatment Plant will help boost Auckland’s water supply by 12 million litres a day when it goes into service on Thursday 31 August, 2023.

Community 31 Aug 2023

Teens from Ōtara are 'go for launch' for unforgettable NASA Space Camp journey

Sixteen rangatahi have launched their scientific knowledge on a global scale after taking part in a NASA Space Camp, thanks to funding from the Ōtara-Papatoetoe local board.

Conservation 30 Aug 2023

Dog rule protects Snells Beach shorebirds

A temporary change to the dog walking rules at the northern end of Snells Beach will help endangered shorebirds.

Community 29 Aug 2023

Replacement for Jubilee Bridge on track

The first stage of procurement for a replacement bridge is complete.

Community 29 Aug 2023

Te Reo Māori names tell tales of Kaipātiki

Nine parks and one outdoor classroom in Northcote will now carry te reo Māori names that reflect the area’s natural environment and cultural history.

Community 29 Aug 2023

The art of beautifying our streets - opportunity for local artists

Artists from the Otara-Papatoetoe area are being encouraged to submit designs to help bring two telecommunications cabinets to life.

Community 29 Aug 2023

Thumbs up for Ōrewa park design

The design for an $805,000 neighbourhood park to be built in Ōrewa next year has got the thumbs up from locals and the local board.

28 Aug 2023

Bonds blossom at Japanese garden

A group of Japanese junior high school students from Kakogawa City have been given a taste of home by Henderson-Massey Local Board.

Events

07 Feb 2023 - 24 Oct 2023

Textile Tuesday at Avondale Library

Try your hand at spinning, weaving, and stitching, or just sit back and enjoy browsing our vast c...

07 Feb 2023 - 05 Dec 2023

Wriggle and Rhyme - Kori me te ruri

Active movement and brain development for babies and toddlers aged two years and under.

11 Oct 2023

Together We Read NZ: Online Author Event with Charity Norman

Join Auckland Libraries online via Zoom to hear bestselling author Charity Norman discussing her...

11 Oct 2023 - 15 Oct 2023

The Welkin by Lucy Kirkwood

This is the NZ premiere of The Welkin, directed by Matthew Diesch and featuring a talented cast o...

13 Sep 2023 - 11 Sep 2024

Waiheke Local Board Community Forum

This is an opportunity to engage at a higher, more strategic level as well as provide a platform...

09 Aug 2023 - 13 Dec 2023

Wriggle & Rhyme - Tupu Youth Library

Wriggle & Rhyme is a programme that promotes active movement and brain development for babies and...

19 Jul 2023 - 31 Dec 2023

Lego Club - Titirangi Library

Calling all brick builders! Bring along your construction skills and join us for LEGO building fun. 

19 Jul 2023 - 31 Dec 2023

Rhymetime - Titirangi Library

Bring along your tamariki to our Rhymetime sessions , and enjoy morning of songs, rhymes, story,...