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Beaches 31 Jan 2017

Karekare Beach named among world's best

Karekare Beach on Auckland’s west coast has been named the second-best beach in the world by Passport Magazine, a gay travel publication.

Community 31 Jan 2017

Upcycling initiative goes from strength to strength

TAT Upcycle creates planter boxes and furniture from heat-treated, chemical-free pallet wood that would otherwise end up in the waste stream.

Beaches 23 Dec 2016

Muriwai Motor Camp to reopen in January

Keen campers can put a summer stay at the beach on their holiday to-do list now that Muriwai Motor Camp is scheduled to reopen in January 2017.

Environment 22 Dec 2016

Help protect NZ dotterels nesting at North Piha

A group of nationally vulnerable Northern New Zealand dotterels have nested at North Piha, with Auckland Council putting measures to help protect their eggs.

Libraries 22 Dec 2016

Multipurpose community facility set to become heart of the west

Westgate library and community centre will include library spaces, an interactive children’s area, and digital and creative hubs.

Parks / Outdoors 14 Dec 2016

Stay safe on your summer tramping adventures

Before setting out on a tramp, make sure you have the right equipment.

Community 8 Dec 2016

Youth employment champions recognised at Whau Badge Awards

Thirteen local businesses and nineteen local youth were recognised at the Whau Badge awards in Avondale.

Beaches 25 Nov 2016

Operation Speedo aims to keep the west safe

‘Operation Speedo’ is a public safety campaign running in west Auckland this summer.

Events

22 Apr 2024 - 23 Apr 2024

Drama Drama

Suitable for new or returning students, our experienced tutor Tessa Mitchell will guide kids thro...

15 Apr 2024 - 24 Apr 2024

School Holidays activities - Rānui Library

Join Rānui Library for an underwater adventure these school holidays.

15 Apr 2024 - 26 Apr 2024

West Wave Pool and Leisure Centre School Holiday Programme

Make sure your children have a fun, safe and exciting autumn break by enrolling them in our holid...

13 Apr 2024 - 23 Apr 2024

Waitakere Central Library - April School Holiday Secrets Under the sea

Join us for a free school holiday activities.

13 Apr 2024 - 27 Apr 2024

Dragon Spotting

In recognition of the Chinese Year of the Dragon, we’ve created a Dragon hunt across Corban Estat...

13 Apr 2024 - 28 Apr 2024

Under the Sea School Holiday Programme

Bring along your whanau and friends to watch movie and make some fun crafts this school holiday.

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...

23 Apr 2024 - 24 Apr 2024

Underwater Worlds

Dive into an imaginary underwater world with professional illustrator Stephanie Thatcher, for a t...