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Community 12 Jul 2017

Charge your phone for free in the city

As part of its Low Carbon Action Plan, Waitematā Local Board has placed two solar-powered device-charging tables in high-pedestrian areas of the inner city.

Community 5 Jul 2017

Old Papatoetoe revitalisation gets go-ahead

The city’s redevelopment agency, Panuku Development Auckland, outlined the key moves needed to achieve the vision for a revitalised town centre that becomes a place for people and enterprise to thrive.

Community 4 Jul 2017

Putting people at the centre of urban design

The Auckland Design Manual has introduced a new tool to help architects and designers cater for people of all physical abilities and stages of life when they are designing buildings and public spaces.

Arts 3 Jul 2017

Karangahape Road goes bananas

In the works Don’t Dream it’s Over, artist Janet Lilo has used her striking banana motif and sharp neon elements to illustrate Karangahape Road’s melting pot of history, cultural heritage and community diversity.

Community 27 Jun 2017

This souper hero is warming hearts

Whangaparāoa resident Julie King works tirelessly to support vulnerable and financially struggling people in her area.

Food / Drink 23 Jun 2017

New Lynn night markets come to an end

The New Lynn Night Markets will come to an end this month after three years.

Community 15 Jun 2017

Say no to graffiti vandalism

A community with zero tolerance to graffiti vandalism combined with the efforts of organisations like the Manukau Beautification Charitable Trust, is helping to boost civic pride across south Auckland.

Community 13 Jun 2017

Shore Junction youth hub takes shape

Work to transform the Takapuna RSA building into a youth innovation hub is underway.

Events248 Results

15 Jan 2025 - 17 Dec 2025

Book Chat

Come and join our Book Chat, share your favourite reads, make friends with other enthusiastic rea...

18 Dec 2025

Christmas String & Nail Art - Tamariki Workshop

Create festive, eco-friendly string and nail art using reclaimed materials in this fun, hands-on...

18 Dec 2025

Santa Community sing-a-long

Join Santa and his Helensville Library elves in a community sing-a-long. 

18 Dec 2025

Santa storytime and crafts

Join Santa and his Helensville Library elves for stories and songs, followed by crafts.

30 Oct 2025 - 18 Dec 2025

Quiz Night

Gather your friends and family for fun quizzing, laughter, and a little friendly competition.

05 Jun 2025 - 18 Dec 2025

Library Living Room - Knitting

Every first and third Thursdays of the month our Library Living Room group meets for a couple of...

27 Feb 2025 - 18 Dec 2025

From the author's mouth

Share your creative writing projects with fellow writers in the community.

19 Dec 2025

Seed Paper Making - Tamariki Workshop

Create plantable seed paper using recycled materials in this fun, hands-on eco craft, perfect for...