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Environment 20 Jun 2016

Whitebait not as you know it - A rare find in Piha Stream

Giant Kōkopu were found during a survey organised by scientists from Auckland Council’s Biodiversity Team, NIWA and Auckland Zoo. Short jawed kokopu, another species with just a handful of populations in Auckland, were discovered in a neighbouring...

16 Jun 2016

Game-changing study of Manukau Harbour

Manukau Harbour’s ecological health will be put under a scientifically-backed microscope for the first time in a complex hydrodynamic study commissioned by council-controlled organisation Watercare.

Community 16 Jun 2016

Sounds of hope from homeless

An Auckland band has helped bring life-changing outcomes for its homeless members.

Environment 14 Jun 2016

Mauri o te Moana Award winners announced

Three environmental leaders with a deep commitment to the wellbeing of the Manukau Harbour are recipients of the first Mauri o to Moana Awards.

Community 2 Jun 2016

Riding bringing smiles to faces

Learn how a community grant has helped one organisation improve community well being.

Development 2 Jun 2016

A suitably skewed solution

Ever wondered why 135 Albert Street is at such an odd angle to the road?

Community 1 Jun 2016

Ōrākei awards recognise the good sorts

The Ōrākei Local Board is seeking nominations for its Community Volunteer Recognition Awards 2016.

Community 31 May 2016

New Zealand’s role in the Battle of Jutland remembered

More than eight and a half thousand men lost their lives in just thirty six hours in the largest naval battle of the Great War.

Events

11 Feb 2025 - 09 Dec 2025

Lego Club

Calling all brick builders! Bring your construction skills and join in the LEGO building fun.

04 Feb 2025 - 11 Mar 2025

Throw it down 2.0

This course will cover throwing lidded jars, bowls and vases.

04 Feb 2025 - 08 Apr 2025

Ceramic sculpture

A class for the more experienced practitioner who wants to hone skills and develop further.

04 Feb 2025 - 08 Apr 2025

Create zone

Developing fine motor skills, critical thinking, creativity and grow friendships with like-minded...

04 Feb 2025 - 08 Apr 2025

Digital illustration & painting

Dive into essential colour theory and refine your inking techniques to bring your creative ideas...

04 Feb 2025 - 08 Apr 2025

Everybody can paint

The course looks at the basics, such as setting up, types of materials, painting styles, composit...

04 Feb 2025 - 08 Apr 2025

Panel Carving

Learn about different types of wood and their qualities, Māori patterns and how to draw them and...

04 Feb 2025 - 02 Dec 2025

Wrrigle & Rhyme - Manukau Library

Come to the library with your pepi and tamariki for our Wriggle and Rhyme sessions!