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Free 1 Nov 2016

Playground review: Take a detour for fun on the beachfront

Stunning views and a seaside spot add to some exciting play equipment at Little Shoal Bay.

Cycling 31 Oct 2016

Shared path to connect Avondale and New Lynn

A new shared path between Avondale and New Lynn will offer a great way to walk and cycle between the two town centres.

Community 27 Oct 2016

Pollinator pathways in local parks

We are lucky enough to live in one of the greenest countries in the world. What we need now is the right kind of green, the kind of green that feeds and shelters our birds, bees and lesser known pollinating animals.

Playgrounds 26 Oct 2016

Playground review: City suburb's hidden gem

A timber fort is the main attraction at this Freemans Bay park.

Environment 25 Oct 2016

Rural recycling bins for Franklin

Recycling will be significantly easier for residents in rural Franklin, with the start of Auckland Council’s fortnightly roadside collection service to almost 7000 properties.

Arts 25 Oct 2016

Children's artwork lines Hobson Bay walkway

Artworks by local children now adorn the picturesque Hobson Bay walkway, giving the area an inviting splash of colour.

Transport 25 Oct 2016

New Ōtāhuhu Station opens this week

Auckland’s newest transport centre at Ōtāhuhu Station will open on 29 October, heralding the roll-out of a simpler public transport network for south Auckland.

Community 21 Oct 2016

Flower of the week: California poppy

California poppy flowers close at night and open when the sun touches them in the morning.

Events

04 Mar 2024 - 10 May 2024

Pest Free South Auckland Moth Plant Pod Competition

Get out into nature, do your bit to help te taiao and be in to win.

02 Mar 2024 - 27 Apr 2024

Windows to the World

This exhibition spotlights the migration of cultural motifs, with a special focus on the Kawung B...

01 Mar 2024 - 27 Apr 2024

Yahaan

Drawing from their personal experiences and observations, eight multidisciplinary artists specula...

01 Mar 2024 - 28 Apr 2024

Guided Museum Tours

Make the most of your visit with a complimentary guided tour.

24 Feb 2024 - 20 Apr 2024

Waipapa Regeneration Day - with Kaipātiki Project

Spread the word and invite your friends to join us on this meaningful journey towards a greener f...

24 Feb 2024 - 29 Jun 2024

Dungeons & Dragons Club | Leys Institute Little Library

Come to Little Leys’ Dungeon & Dragons Club to start your table top fantasy roleplay adventure.

22 Feb 2024 - 21 Apr 2024

Kotahi te moemoeā - A Shared Vision

In this exhibition Māpura Studios celebrate and acknowledge the achievement and work of Ululau Am...

17 Feb 2024 - 15 Jun 2024

Women's Morning Yoga

Want to do yoga but feeling unmotivated? At our women’s yoga sessions we will help motivate each...