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Get help to make your home warm and healthy
Transform your rental property into a healthy, energy-efficient home.
Manukau Harbour home to many gems
With 520km of coastline, the Manukau Harbour is New Zealand’s second biggest harbour. It’s also home to many hidden gems which are well worth a visit while summer is still with us.
Interns making a big difference
What's it like interning at Auckland Council? We spoke with Licensing and Compliance intern Nicola Clark.
Te Whau Pathway work continues
A link between the Manukau and Waitematā harbours is another step closer, now that work on the next phase of Te Whau Pathway has kicked off.
West Auckland’s new connection
Auckland Transport has revealed plans for a new shared path connecting New Lynn to Avondale.
Makeover complete for New Lynn library
The New Lynn library has received an upgrade to improve customers’ experience.
Remembering the men who shook Auckland!
“The nearby city of Auckland had never been shaken like it had when these men came to town,” went a newspaper report of the arrival of the newly formed, New Zealand Engineers Tunnelling Company.
Walk Waikumete "a special celebration"
Staff and volunteers at Waikumete Cemetery turned out in force for a 24-hour walk, raising funds to replace a historic headstone destroyed by vandals.
Events
Whau 2025 Lunar New Year
Experience the joy of Lunar New Year with cultural performances, hands-on activities, and vibrant...
Wriggle & Rhyme - Avondale Library
Come on down to the library with your pepi and tamariki for our Wriggle and Rhyme sessions!
Rhyme time with stories
Join our rhyme time sessions with stories, songs, and movements.
Blues at Blockhouse Bay
Blues at Blockhouse Bay is our annual ode to all things rhythm & blues.
Kayak tours - Whau River
Experience the serenity of the Whau River as we paddle through one of Auckland's hidden treasures.
Avondale Chess Club
Join us every Friday after school for a fun and friendly chess session.