/rss/west-auckland-events/ Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 EST Sun, 05 Apr 2026 16:13:03 EST en Umbraco http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/04/rere-atu-ki-poronihia-book-launch/ Join us in celebrating the launch of Tangaroa Paul's, 'Rere Atu ki Poronihia', the sequel to their debut picture book, 'Rere Atu Taku Poi'. What to expect? Storytime with Tangaroa and friends. Fun activities and crafts. A journey through Pacific cultures... Thu, 02 Apr 2026 16:43:02 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/04/love-your-awa-stream-workshop/ Discover the magic of your local waterways at Love Your Awa—a hands‑on, nature‑immersive stream workshop designed to inspire, educate, and connect. Join Whitebait Connection and Auckland Council Parks for a unique experience where streams come alive... Thu, 02 Apr 2026 12:45:25 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/04/make-a-clay-easter-egg/ Get creative this Easter! Make your own Easter egg using air-dry clay and decorate it your way. Wed, 01 Apr 2026 15:25:34 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/04/knitting-group/ Pop along and knit for those in need. If you are not a knitter, bring along a pair of needles and we'll have you knitting up a storm in no time! Every Thursday, except Public Holidays. Mon, 30 Mar 2026 10:17:16 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/04/april-school-holiday-avondale-library/ Keep the kids inspired these school holidays with free creative workshops, crafts, and family-friendly fun. Thu, 9 April @2-3.30 pm: Teen Painting Workshop with Mutu Arts For ages 10+ *Booking required* Fri, 10 April @11am-12.30pm: Fight Food... Tue, 24 Mar 2026 14:58:12 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/04/mischief-makers-april-school-holidays-at-blockhouse-bay-library/ Minecraft Gaming: Wednesday 8 April 3.30 Build incredible worlds, explore hidden realms, and battle mobs with the amazing Scratchpad Team.  Limited numbers, booking is essential for this event. Face-in-a-Jar: Saturday 11 April 11.00 Make your... Tue, 17 Mar 2026 16:12:03 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/04/kumeu-library-s-april-school-holiday-activities/ Tuesday 7 April 10.30am Movie & popcorn - watch a PG rated movie with us - we'll provide the popcorn   - Suitable for school aged children Wednesday 8 April 10.30am Woven pencil holder - create your own pencil holder with this simple weaving... Tue, 17 Mar 2026 13:04:26 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/04/kauri-gum-kapia-photographic-exhibition-where-ancient-light-remains/ Pieter (Pete) Verlaak, talented Belgian photographer, has pulled together the first, and perhaps last, photographic exhibition of a unique New Zealand treasure: Kauri Gum (Kapia). Overseas it is better known as young amber (bernstein) or young hu po. The... Fri, 13 Mar 2026 17:37:38 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/04/kauri-gum-kapia-morphology-talk/ Against the backdrop of the photographic exhibition, this talk begins by describing what kauri gum is, including placing it within the world of natural resins. It goes on to describe the different types of kauri gum, what it has been used for (including... Fri, 13 Mar 2026 17:37:01 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/04/mend-make-at-te-atau-peninsula-community-hub/ Bring along your worn or damaged items and learn how to repair them yourself! The friendly team from West Auckland Resource Centre will provide sewing machines and materials, as well as hands-on guidance to help you breathe new life into your... Fri, 13 Mar 2026 17:34:52 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/04/sowing-the-seasons-seeds-to-blooms/ Join us for a hands-on, seasonal workshop all about flowers you can start from seed in autumn. Learn which hardy annuals, biennials, and perennials thrive when sown from April to May and leave with the confidence to grow a garden that bursts into bloom... Fri, 13 Mar 2026 17:24:57 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/03/harakeke-weaving-te-atatu-peninsula/ Nau mai, haere mai ki te Harakeke Weaving at Te Atatū Peninsula Community Hub  Come on over and get creative with us at our friendly and fun Harakeke Weaving roopu (group)! Bring your own project and materials - whatever you’re working on!All levels... Fri, 13 Mar 2026 15:24:46 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/03/caffeine-craft/ Join us at Caffeine & Craft! Whether you’re an experienced maker or just starting out, Caffeine & Craft is a friendly space to work on your own projects and connect with others. Enjoy a warm drink, a creative moment, and great company. Everyone is... Fri, 13 Mar 2026 14:34:54 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/03/caring-for-papatuanuku/ Join us for discovery and connection with nature. This family-friendly conservation hīkoi is a great way to explore the beautiful Reserves along the waterways, learn about native ecosystems, and find out how we can all be awesome kaiawhina (advocates) of... Thu, 12 Mar 2026 15:51:58 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/03/weed-bin-weekends/ Got invasive weeds? Live close to the Waitākere Ranges? Get rid of them at your local community weed bin. Bins will be onsite from Saturday 8am, and an EcoMatters team member will be there to provide weed advice Saturday 9am-3pm. To find out is and isn’t... Thu, 12 Mar 2026 15:49:41 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/03/prenatal-yoga-in-te-atatu-peninsula/ Join supportive prenatal yoga classes designed to help you feel strong, calm, and connected. Each class blends gentle strength-building, tension release, and mindful breathwork to support your changing body and growing baby. The class is taught by a pre... Thu, 12 Mar 2026 14:58:36 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/02/shared-reading-group-glen-eden-library/ Relax and enjoy short stories and poetry read aloud. We share our thoughts as we go along. Tea and coffee provided. All welcome, come and connect with new local friends! Thu, 05 Mar 2026 13:41:29 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/03/team-up-2-clean-up/ Team Up 2 Clean Up is run by Earth Action Trust as part of our flagship antilitter campaign. This is a fantastic way to get out of that same-old-same-old routine, meet new people, exchange ideas to spark new ones, get light exercise and most of all make a... Wed, 04 Mar 2026 09:19:20 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/02/front-room/ Gillian Appleby and Kelly Reichardt, two Corban Estate Arts Centre based artists, work around themes of entertainment and boredom for the lady of the house. The Front Room celebrates the Victorian parlour, once the lady of the house’s domain, a place for... Mon, 23 Feb 2026 15:42:04 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/02/kia-manahua-te-wawahi-taha/ Kia Manahua Te Wāwāhi Tahā is a group exhibition from the whānau collective initiated by Emiko Sheehan. It explores the unique creative processes at the intersection of art-making and motherhood. The name draws from the whakataukī Tā te tamariki tana mahi... Mon, 23 Feb 2026 15:41:03 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/04/food-forest-our-public-parks-a-community-design-workshop/ Food forests are a growing trend worldwide, celebrated for weaving together ecological restoration, community engagement, and local food production. This workshop asks a simple question: Can we grow more food in public parks?We say yes! Join us for a... Thu, 12 Feb 2026 15:55:30 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/04/manutewhau-awa-clean/ Join us at our Mānutewhau Stream Clean as part of EcoFest 2026! We're teaming up with the awesome EcoMatters team to give our local awa some much-needed love. Get ready for an adventure that's both fun and impactful! Here's what's in store: Community... Thu, 12 Feb 2026 10:36:12 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/04/kono-weaving/ Join Nat Rose Te Hei (Te Whānau ā Apanui, Ngāti Porou, Tainui, Tūwharetoa) in this fun beginners weaving workshop at the start of the school holidays. Participants will learn to weave a kono (a small container). These are ideal for holding... Mon, 02 Feb 2026 14:41:57 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/01/wonderful-world-of-tiger-worms-workshop-for-kids/ A fun, hands-on worm farming workshop for kids and whānau. Children will meet tiger worms and learn how they turn food scraps into fertiliser. This playful session includes hands-on activities and wiggly worm fun. It suits children aged 3–9 years. Each... Fri, 30 Jan 2026 14:15:53 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/01/microgreens-workshop-for-kids/ A fun, hands-on microgreens workshop for kids and their caregivers. Children will learn why reducing food waste matters and how to grow microgreens at home. Each child will make a take-home growing kit using recycled materials. This workshop suits... Fri, 30 Jan 2026 14:13:19 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/03/walkie-talkie/ Join us for a weekly chance to connect with your neighbourhood and the nature that surrounds us in beautiful Glen Eden. We will explore heritage sites at a relaxed pace. Meet new friends. Each walk is free, will last around an hour & blends history... Thu, 29 Jan 2026 14:11:57 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/01/knitting-circle/ Come and knit at Blockhouse Bay Library! Bring your own knitting needles and wool and join other knitters in these casual knitting group sessions. For all levels. Experienced knitters will be available to help. Fri, 09 Jan 2026 11:14:06 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/02/caffeine-and-craft/ Do you have a craft project you need help with or just want to be part of a crafting group? All are welcome, tea and coffee provided. Thu, 08 Jan 2026 13:28:15 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/02/come-write-in/ Join us for a cuppa at our Come Write In space; meet other writers and work on your projects! If you want to join a writing challenge, or if you just love creative writing, come along to one of our Friday sessions to chat with other writers and get... Thu, 08 Jan 2026 11:30:26 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/02/senior-digital-club/ Got any questions about using your electronic device? Need help with using social media? Or do you want to know how to navigate the World Wide Web? Are online applications troubling you? Come and join our Senior Digital Club, a safe space for our senior... Tue, 06 Jan 2026 14:13:41 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/01/digital-drop-in/ These walk-in sessions are for people from all walks of life to ask questions about their digital devices, whether it be their phone, laptop, tablet, or iPads.  This session is not a class to teach, simply to ask any questions a digital device user... Tue, 06 Jan 2026 11:04:20 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/01/english-class-for-chinese-speakers/ Want to learn some basic conversational English? Our English class for Chinese speakers is aimed at beginners. They can learn in a safe space with others, making friends and practicing together. 初级英语学习班。 Class starts at 1pm on every Thursday, and finishes... Tue, 06 Jan 2026 10:51:25 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/02/book-chat/ Do you love talking about the books you've read, or want to discover new books others in the community have enjoyed? Come and join our Book Chat group, where you can share your favourite reads, hear what others are reading, and make friends with our... Mon, 05 Jan 2026 13:59:57 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/02/waipareira-whanau-support-centres/ Need help? Come down to one of our whānau supported centres, brought to you by Te Whānau o Waipareira! Thu, 18 Dec 2025 14:36:51 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2025/12/young-guns-skate-school/ 2 hour skateboarding classes for girls and boys with the Young Guns Skate School. Classes cater to all skill levels from children with no prior experience to advanced level skaters. Skateboards and helmets provided, or bring your own. Thu, 18 Dec 2025 13:47:47 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2025/12/wacky-wheels/ Roll on down for some wheelie good fun! Join the Out & About team for Wacky Wheels – an afternoon of laughter, movement, and all things on wheels. Whether it’s 1, 2, 3, or 4 wheels, the choice is up to you! We’ll have a whole range of wacky wheels for... Thu, 18 Dec 2025 12:01:29 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2025/12/silent-disco/ Choose Your Own Magical Audio Journey. Nau mai, haere mai to Silent Disco Kids Adventure — a 30-minute interactive audio experience filled with music, dance, riddles, laughter, and themed surprises. Families can join together, or tamariki can set off on... Thu, 18 Dec 2025 12:00:39 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2025/12/pop-up-play-pasifika-play/ Pasifika Play is a vibrant, inclusive activation that celebrates movement, connection, and cultural identity through play. Designed with Pacific communities in mind but open and welcoming to all this activation transforms everyday public spaces into safe,... Thu, 18 Dec 2025 11:59:32 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2025/12/pop-up-obstacle-course/ Are you the next Ninja Warrior? Jump, balance, crawl and throw your way through the Out and About obstacle course all! Perfect for young and old, our course is the best way to burn off some energy! We even have a special under 5's session at 10am for the... Thu, 18 Dec 2025 11:58:18 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2025/12/n0ughty-stuff/ A playful zero waste activity that can pop up at any event - sort through a variety of small junk items, learn about where our stuff comes from, and use those items to create a track for a small toy car to travel on. Encouraging play and wasting NOUGHT a... Thu, 18 Dec 2025 11:55:59 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2025/12/n0ughty-box/ A playful zero waste activity that can pop up at any event - We all know the creative power of the humble cardboard box... Using clever tools from Makedo and heaps of cardboard, participants are invited to learn about trees as a natural resource and craft... Thu, 18 Dec 2025 11:55:38 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2025/12/nature-play/ Nature Play aims to enhance your engagement with your local park- through play, exploration and education! Sessions play-based, crafting and nature education, designed to connect you and your tamariki /moko with nature, through nature-based activities... Thu, 18 Dec 2025 11:54:58 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2025/12/kayaking/ Our kayaking is with sit-on-top kayaks, and we can go up streams or in the ocean. Each session is an hour and we have 14 seats a session. We do 4 sessions in an activation, so there are 56 seats available for each activation. The goal of these hour-long... Thu, 18 Dec 2025 11:53:05 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2025/12/giant-stand-up-paddleboarding/ Our GSUPs are large, 17-foot boards and are very stable. It is suitable for those with low confidence around the water and for those who are less mobile or strong. Because it is just one board, there are many people paddling so it is not just a one person... Thu, 18 Dec 2025 11:52:40 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2025/12/junk-play/ Flyin’ Fun at the Park – Create, Play & Let Your Kite Soar. Nau mai, haere mai to Flyin’ Fun at the Park — come down and join the Out & About team for an afternoon of creativity, activity, and classic outdoor fun! No kite? Kāore he raru! We’ve got... Thu, 18 Dec 2025 11:50:38 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2025/12/hungerball/ Fast, fun football, hockey and other ball games played inside a specially-designed 6-sided inflatable arena. Hungerball suits all ages and abilities and is a great way of bringing communities together and making new friends through play. Thu, 18 Dec 2025 11:50:16 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2025/12/flying-fun/ Flyin’ Fun at the Park – Create, Play & Let Your Kite Soar. Nau mai, haere mai to Flyin’ Fun at the Park — come down and join the Out & About team for an afternoon of creativity, activity, and classic outdoor fun! No kite? Kāore he raru! We’ve got... Thu, 18 Dec 2025 11:46:03 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2025/12/dragon-beats/ Nau mai, haere mai to Dragon Beats — an engaging, family-friendly introduction to drumming, dragon dance, and Tai Chi fan movements. This uplifting activation promotes rhythm, coordination, focus, and teamwork, while strengthening whānau connection and... Thu, 18 Dec 2025 11:17:26 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2025/09/free-weekly-yoga-classes/ What to expect A friendly, one-hour Yoga Flow class designed to help you unwind, stretch, and build gentle strength. Each class includes: Centering breathwork and a short guided arrival Warm-up and accessible flow sequence Balance, strength, and mobility... Tue, 16 Dec 2025 15:27:45 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2025/05/new-lynn-community-hub-seed-library/ Bring in a packet of seeds to swap, or pick up a packet of free seeds and donate back at a later date! Visit the library desk to register your interest. We would love donations of any seeds that are not illegal, noxious or invasive.  The seed... Mon, 03 Nov 2025 15:15:02 EST