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Plans / Projects 12 Jul 2017

The City Rail Link in numbers

The CRL is one of the biggest transport projects ever undertaken in Auckland. What does that look like in numbers? Read on to find out.

Civil Defence / Emergency Management 11 Jul 2017

Stay safe around slips

The recent spate of soggy weather has led to several landslips across Auckland, from minor slips to large sections of cliff face that have given way.

Transport 11 Jul 2017

What are those big red silos near Britomart?

People passing by the former Chief Post Office building in Lower Queen Street will have noticed some shiny new additions to the construction area.

Environment 7 Jul 2017

Conservation hero is saving pollinators

OurAuckland talks to Andrea Reid, the creator and champion of the Pollinator Paths movement.

Heritage 7 Jul 2017

Flashback: Devonport 100 years ago

This elegant village on the North Shore was established as a borough in 1886, and the early 1900s brought increased development and prosperity.

Dogs 5 Jul 2017

TXT2DESEX keeping the Kelston community safe

Auckland Council’s Animal Management team and the NZ Police recently collaborated to try and reduce dog attacks in the Kelston community.

Community 5 Jul 2017

Old Papatoetoe revitalisation gets go-ahead

The city’s redevelopment agency, Panuku Development Auckland, outlined the key moves needed to achieve the vision for a revitalised town centre that becomes a place for people and enterprise to thrive.

Mayor 4 Jul 2017

Mayor Phil Goff at the Big Sleepout

This Thursday, Auckland Mayor Phil Goff will be sleeping rough with more than a hundred business and community leaders to fundraise to help end homelessness in Auckland.

Events

11 Apr 2024 - 09 May 2024

Tinned Good

The humble biscuit tin transforms into a portal, offering an escape to other worlds.

09 Feb 2024 - 13 Dec 2024

Coffee, Cake and Conversation

Join us at the library for a delightful gathering over coffee, engaging conversations, and an opp...

11 May 2024

Auckland Youth Symphonic Band

Hear the amazing Youth Symphonic Band live.

11 May 2024

Music For Our Mothers

The annual concert by North Shore Brass celebrating Mothers this year features a world champion.

11 May 2024

Music in the Library: Auckland Youth Symphonic Band

Drop in with your friends & whanau for a relaxing morning of music at Avondale Library.

11 May 2024

Preloved Rummage - Auckland Mama Market

Join us for our Preloved Rummage to shop good quality preloved items for babies and kids to 12 ye...

11 May 2024

Weed Swap Event

Bring in your moth plant and rhamnus weeds and get a native seedling.

12 May 2024

Time is not Toxic - healthy ageing & longevity

In this session we explore healthy ageing & longevity.