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Community 16 Oct 2017

Howick park and playground upgrades

With daylight savings giving your more hours to relax and play – why not get out and enjoy one of the many great parks, walkways and outdoor activities the Howick ward has to offer.

Cultural 13 Oct 2017

Art brokers bringing Franklin creatives together

An arts brokering initiative has been opening up opportunities for Franklin artists.

12 Oct 2017

Strong earnings and a more sustainable future

Ports of Auckland continues to make significant economic and social contributions to Auckland.

Environment 12 Oct 2017

Butterflies flutter by at Blockhouse Bay

Following an agreement with Whau Local Board, the Moths and Butterflies of New Zealand Trust will establish a butterfly garden in Blockhouse Bay Recreation Reserve.

Arts 12 Oct 2017

Art projects win design awards

Two art projects supported by Auckland Council and Waitematā Local Board have won prizes at the national Best Design Awards.

Community 11 Oct 2017

Have your say on Meola Reef Reserve

Providing a 10-20 year vision for the area, the draft plan takes into consideration the current values and uses of the reserve and proposes how to improve them.

Environment 11 Oct 2017

Hunua Ranges bursting with baby kōkako

Auckland Council’s biggest ever pest control operation has chalked up a major victory for the endangered kōkako, with dozens of new chicks hatching in the Hunua Ranges this summer.

11 Oct 2017

Coatesville community leads the way

Coatesville Settlers Hall is the first hall in Rodney to be managed and operated by the community.

Events

02 Aug 2024 - 20 Sep 2024

The Artist’s Way with Adrienne Millwood

The Artist’s Way, a seminal text for creative unblocking by Julia Cameron, is a course in discove...

26 Jul 2024 - 11 Oct 2024

Drop-In Ceramics Studio

Need some time to work on a project? Want some technical advice on your process? On Fridays you...

06 Jul 2024 - 20 Oct 2024

The Walters Prize 2024

The Walters Prize is Aotearoa New Zealand’s largest and most prestigious contemporary art award.

05 Jul 2024 - 20 Dec 2024

Fibre Friday

Get ready to unwind and get crafty every Friday morning at New Lynn Library.

04 Jul 2024 - 29 Sep 2024

Free Guided Museum Tours

Our experienced guides have a rich wealth of knowledge across all aspects of maritime history and...

30 Jun 2024 - 30 Jun 2025

Come Write In at Te Manawa

Do you have a writing project you’re working on? Do you want to meet up with other writers? Join...

21 Jun 2024 - 20 Dec 2024

Glen Eden Shared Reading Group

Join our friendly librarian Surani for a relaxed shared reading experience with like-minded reade...

16 Pipi 2024 - 21 Mahu 2024

Whai

Experience 'Whai', a new and captivating light-based artwork by artist Janine Williams.