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The building has gone - but the materials live on

The aging Norman King Building in the middle of Northcote is no more.

Behind the books: How the We Read Auckland festival comes together

Held each August, We Read Auckland festival brings together readers and writers through a mix of events, including author talks, writing workshops, and community activations across Tāmaki Makaurau.

We Read Auckland returns

We Read Auckland, Auckland Council Libraries’ free month-long festival celebrating authors and readers of Tāmaki Makaurau, returns this August.

Northcote Town Centre

Northcote Town Centre is evolving. Starting from later this year, staged redevelopment will bring fresh life to the area, with upgraded public spaces designed for Northcote’s growing community.

5 ways to make new friends in Auckland

Check out these five ways to get to know Auckland and its people ahead of International Day of Friendship on 30 July.

Keep the kids busy: Top things to do across Auckland these school holidays

School holidays are just around the corner, and if you’re looking for ways to keep the kids entertained without spending a fortune, Auckland Council has you covered.

A fortnight of show-stoppers brings Matariki Festival to a close

Watch the city centre’s streets and squares become a canvas for extraordinary Māori artistry

Check it out: Auckland Council Libraries trial board game lending

The programme gives Aucklanders the opportunity to connect, play and learn together.

Auckland Council Libraries Celebrates Samoan Language Week with a new children’s book release

To celebrate Vaiaso o le Gagana Samoa - Samoan Language Week (1 – 7 June) Auckland Council Libraries and Oratia Books are launching a new bilingual picture book.  

Auckland flood project wins prestigious award

Groundbreaking Quay Street tunnel project wins Project of the Year.

Pilot project delivers promising results for sustainable urban design

A project to measure the benefits of living roofs in an urban jungle has blossoming results.

Your rates in action: community activity on the rise

Your rates help deliver a wide range of day-to-day activities and services, and support investment in Auckland’s assets.

All the reasons to stand in Auckland’s elections

Information sessions are being held weekly in May across 24 libraries in Tāmaki Makaurau.

From the Chair, Henderson-Massey Local Board

Egg-cellent Easter activities to enjoy in Auckland

There are plenty of activities around Tāmaki Makaurau during Easter to keep kids (and adults) entertained.

Franklin moves from rubbish bags to bins

Residents will need to put out rubbish in council bins instead of bags from 30 June 2025 when Franklin moves to rates-funded rubbish collections.