/rss/west-auckland-events/ Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 EST Wed, 15 Jul 2026 04:59:34 EST en Umbraco http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/07/matariki-planting-laing-stream/ Nau mai, haere mai! Come and help us at Laing Stream with planting and learn about the plants best suited to streamside areas. Be part of transforming this stream into a thriving awa that flows well in changeable weather, is more resilient in heavy rain... Thu, 09 Jul 2026 11:38:51 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/07/curator-tour-wheturangitia-exhibition/ Join Homestead Galleries Curator & Exhibitions Manager, Java Bentley for an intimate tour for our current exhibition: Whetūrangitia. Our Whetūrangitia exhibition series in celebration of Matariki, honouring those who have passed and our rangatahi who... Wed, 08 Jul 2026 14:10:43 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/07/wriggle-and-rhyme-te-manawa/ Wriggle and Rhyme promotes active movement and brain development for babies up to 18 months. Thu, 02 Jul 2026 10:21:55 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/07/school-holidays-te-manawa/ Come along and enjoy our fun school holiday activities!  Sunday 5 July - Sunday 19 July | Scavenger Hunt and Colouring Test your observation skills with a scavenger hunt around Te Whare Tapere/the Children’s Area - can you find all the... Wed, 01 Jul 2026 14:23:51 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/07/air-dry-clay-animals-in-a-jar-workshop/ Join us to create air dry clay animals in jars! This fun and simple project is easy to make, looks beautifully handmade and can be cherished for years to come. Please bring your own glass jar, as supplies are limited. All tamariki aged 5+ and whānau... Wed, 01 Jul 2026 13:12:06 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/07/it-s-sewing-time/ Dive into a fun-filled underwater sewing adventure and create your very own moana‑inspired plush creatures! This beginner-friendly workshop is perfect for crafty kids who love to create, learn and have fun. Together, we’ll sew adorable sea animals that... Mon, 29 Jun 2026 14:38:36 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/07/school-holidays-kumeu/ Keep the kids entertained with our fun school holiday activities! Monday 6 July, 10.30am Family storytime with fun craft. Suitable for ages 3-7 years. Tuesday 7 July, 10.30am Movie and popcorn - watch a PG rated movie and we'll supply the popcorn.... Fri, 19 Jun 2026 13:52:58 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/07/school-holidays-avondale/ Join us for Matariki School Holidays! Children must be supervised by parents at all times.  Check our Facebook page for more information. Tuesday 7 July, 1pm - 4pm | Dragon Beats Play Day Learn traditional Chinese performing arts such as dragon... Wed, 17 Jun 2026 14:51:42 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/05/herehere/ Herehere:  (verb) to tie up, bind, shackle, restrain (noun) a captive, a prisoner, the accused. Tāmaki Makaurau is often described as a meeting place - Tāmaki of a hundred lovers - a site of convergence and desire. It is also highly contested land, a... Wed, 17 Jun 2026 14:23:04 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/07/organic-gardening-sessions/ Get involved with myriad seasonal organic gardening activities. You’ll learn about: seed sowing and collection propagation growing veggies and herbs managing a pollinator garden pruning an established food forest building healthy soil. You can even... Wed, 17 Jun 2026 13:24:55 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/07/mornings-by-the-stream-glen-eden/ Join EcoMatters stream rangers Pam and Alanah as we care for one of the beautiful waterways in the heart of Glen Eden. As well as learning about the environmental restoration of our streams, you’ll get to work alongside others who want to see nature... Wed, 17 Jun 2026 11:47:31 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/06/stitch-and-chat-glen-eden/ Let's stitch knit, sew, craft, crochet, marcrame, create and CHAT!  Bring your own kit. Limited materials provided. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 11:40:21 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/07/interactive-circus-workshop/ Join the tīma from Te Kura Maninirau for an interactive school holiday programme full of movement, creativity and fun! As Aotearoa’s first Kaupapa Māori circus, Te Kura Maninirau will support tamariki to explore a range of circus-based activities in a fun... Tue, 16 Jun 2026 12:50:04 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/07/beeswax-wrap-making/ Join us for a buzzing good time making beeswax wraps with Aotearoa Sustainability Grid! Beeswax wraps are a great way to pack lunches for school and be sustainable at the same time.  All materials are provided, but please note that parental or... Tue, 16 Jun 2026 11:45:53 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/07/kids-art-workshop/ Looking for a fun, creative and enriching activity for your tamariki during the school holidays? Join Mutu's exciting Kids Art Workshop, where young artists can explore their imagination, develop artistic skills and create beautiful artworks in a friendly... Tue, 16 Jun 2026 11:09:55 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/07/fabric-basket-workshop/ Create your own Matariki themed fabric basket from upcycled and sustainable materials. In this workshop you will transform fabric scraps into beautiful and practical storage using simple sewing techniques. All ability levels are welcome, if you're a... Mon, 15 Jun 2026 15:46:06 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/07/school-holidays-with-auckland-council-pools-and-leisure/ Give your kids an unforgettable winter break filled with fun, adventure and new friendships at our Auckland Council Pools and Leisure School Holiday Programme! These winter holidays, we’ve lined up the perfect mix of cosy indoor activities, exciting... Mon, 15 Jun 2026 09:54:40 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/07/macrame/ Learn how to create a beautiful Matariki star using simple macrame knots and upcycled materials. Add beads to represent your whānau or chosen family, weaving meaning into every strand.Slow down, reflect and create something special as a gift for someone... Fri, 12 Jun 2026 16:44:46 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/07/school-holidays-blockhouse-bay/ Enjoy our fun school holiday activities!Wishing Star Bottles | Tuesday 7 July, 2pm Make nine tiny origami stars to hold your Matariki wishes and save them in a treasure bottle. Young children will need an adult to help them. Kauri Virtual Reality... Fri, 12 Jun 2026 08:55:04 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/07/school-holidays-glen-eden/ Enjoy our fun school holiday activities! Whanau Movie Time | Saturday 4 July, 1.30pm - 3.30pm Spend a cosy afternoon in the library with your whānau and friends, watching a movie and making some fun crafts! All are welcome, no registration required. Love... Wed, 10 Jun 2026 13:33:38 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/03/the-village-market-helensville/ A monthly event that takes place on the third Sunday of every month (except for February) at the Helensville A&P Showgrounds. A lively and family friendly market that offers a variety of stalls, live music plus delicious food and coffee. You can... Wed, 10 Jun 2026 13:08:43 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/06/braincharge-west/ Specially created for adults, BrainCharge is all about building connections and supporting mental wellbeing. Our sessions are packed with fun, engaging activities that get you moving, thinking and feeling good. BrainCharge will help:  boost brain... Tue, 09 Jun 2026 14:04:47 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/07/digital-together/ Come along to a free drop-in session and discover how to make the most of Auckland Council’s online services. Our team will guide you through logging into MyAuckland, show you the range of services available and help you navigate the platform with... Tue, 09 Jun 2026 10:21:31 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/07/chitty-chitty-bang-bang-jr/ Take a fantastic musical adventure with a magical car that flies through the air and sails the seas. Eccentric inventor, Caractacus Potts, sets about restoring an old race car with the help of his children, Jeremy and Jemima. They soon discover the car is... Thu, 04 Jun 2026 15:24:14 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/06/wahi-korero-ranui/ Come along to practice and develop your Reo Māori. We have a selection of Māori games available, or you can catch up over a cup of coffee provided by our library staff. All are welcome! Wed, 03 Jun 2026 13:18:22 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/07/pakeke-harakeke-weaving/ Join us for a creative adult harakeke weaving workshop and try your hand at this beautiful traditional art form. Guided by an experienced weaver, you will learn weaving techniques and create your own piece to take home. Participants can choose to make a... Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:45:56 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/05/cosmologies/ Cosmologies brings together the work of Nikau Hindin and Naminapu Maymuru-White into an exhibition that generates dialogue shaped by the night sky. Across Indigenous knowledge systems celestial bodies are not distant matter but living presences, they are... Tue, 26 May 2026 10:48:30 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/05/various-artists-all-the-forest-stands-with-you/ all the forest stands with you traces the entangled relationalities between the human and the more-than-human world. The exhibition brings together artists whose practices connect to a place where whenua, water, air and ancestral presence are not easily... Mon, 25 May 2026 09:15:40 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/07/textile-tuesday-s-midwinter-fashion-show/ Join us for Textile Tuesday’s special Midwinter Fashion Show! Here we will be hosting the finest of wool-spun wonders. Come and share your own delights or simply sit back and enjoy the parade with dazzling fabrics. Please get in touch with Avondale... Tue, 19 May 2026 13:41:52 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/01/tai-chi-at-te-manawa/ If you are seeking low-impact exercise that doesn’t require jumping or costly equipment - Tai Chi is a great option! Described as 'meditation in motion', it benefits strength, flexibility and balance. It is accessible regardless of fitness level and... Mon, 11 May 2026 15:20:19 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... Wed, 06 May 2026 14:28:06 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/07/matariki-planting-whau-awa/ Join us this Matariki and come along to plant native plants along the Whau Awa! Put on your gumboots and let's turn this area into a thriving stream habitat. The place we're planting is located just past where the Waitahurangi Stream meets the Whau... Mon, 04 May 2026 09:41:28 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/03/harakeke-weaving/ 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... Fri, 01 May 2026 10:22:31 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/02/wriggle-and-rhyme-waitakere/ Wriggle and Rhyme is for parents/caregivers with pēpi and pangore / babies and toddlers. Enjoy active body movement to simple nursery rhymes and songs. Our sessions are filled with movement, music and connection. Please note that this event is during... Thu, 30 Apr 2026 09:35:42 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/04/fono-fitness/ Get moving with Fono Fitness!  Join us for our free Fono Fitness classes, where everyone is welcome to exercise in a fun and supportive environment! These low-impact exercise classes are designed for all ages and fitness levels, making it easy for... Tue, 07 Apr 2026 13:25:09 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/hindi-book-club/ Come together to read, share and discuss Hindi books of your choice, ranging from light fiction, literature and poetry to short stories. These can be borrowed from the library or requested from Shabdam. Open to anyone interested in speaking and reading... Fri, 27 Mar 2026 10:06:46 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/2026/02/digital-drop-in/ Need help with your personal device?  Drop in to our sessions with a tech query for one-on-one digital coaching! Our tech-passionate librarians will be available to help you with some quick fixes and digital basics. So bring your device, ask some... Tue, 10 Feb 2026 10:28:55 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/02/lego-club-glen-eden/ Calling all brick builders! Bring your construction skills and join in the LEGO building fun. Suitable for ages 5+ Thu, 05 Feb 2026 11:54:19 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/2026/01/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/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/2026/02/rhymetime-new-lynn/ Bring along your tamariki & enjoy mornings of music, rhymes, dance, and more. This is a great event for ages 18 months to 3 years. Term time only. Tue, 06 Jan 2026 13:16:49 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/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/2026/02/makerspace/ Free, fun and educational afterschool program on Mondays for children aged 5+. Crafts, arts and STEM activities. No registration required. Information on Makerspace activities is posted on our Facebook page. Dates for Makerspace 2026: Term 1: 2 February... Tue, 02 Dec 2025 12:41:55 EST