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Community 25 May 2016

Join the Jane Austen book club

Despite being nearly two decades after her death, Jane Austen’s legacy continues to live on – including right here in Auckland. Howick Library has captured her legacy by creating a Jane Austen book club.

Community 23 May 2016

Community hub coming to Albany

Upper Harbour residents will benefit from a community facility to be built in Albany later this year.

Community 23 May 2016

Māori phrase of the week

Each week we bring you some new rerenga (sentences) and kupu (words) so you can practise your kōrero Māori.

Community 20 May 2016

Zoo Tales: Orangutan Charlie

Taking a blood sample from a male orangutan with a two metre arm-span is no easy task!

Community 20 May 2016

Full steam ahead for the Half Moon Bay ferry pier

Construction has begun on the new Half Moon Bay ferry pier, which when complete will provide a new, modern and safer ferry experience for its users.

Community 19 May 2016

Awards shine light on local businesses

After months of nominations, public voting and mystery shoppers, Albert-Eden’s top businesses have been recognised at a special awards evening.

Plans / Projects 19 May 2016

Council now decision-maker in waiting on UP

With hearings on the Proposed Unitary Plan now complete, council’s role is now a bit like a judge about to hear closing arguments in a case.

Community 18 May 2016

Opinion: Auckland’s renters need greater protection

In the first of a two-part interview, Professor Philippa Howden-Chapman talks to OurAuckland about Auckland's housing challenges.

Events255 Results

05 Jan 2026 - 31 Jan 2026

Summer holidays at Takapuna Library

From Lego building and teddy bear adventures to hands-on crafts, there’s something for everyone.

13 Dec 2025 - 18 Apr 2026

Beach Yoga

Stretch, breathe, and find your calm by the sea in a welcoming outdoor class.

06 Dec 2025 - 21 Feb 2026

Apapacho

Tender Latin American women’s art becomes communal, healing, resistant force.

06 Dec 2025 - 21 Feb 2026

Nurturing Soil

Gardens and heritage intertwine as nurtured marks explore women’s histories.

16 Sep 2025 - 31 Jan 2026

Grow Your Own Greens

Learn how to cultivate these nutritious greens at home, from seed to harvest, and create a salad...

13 Sep 2025 - 01 Sep 2026

The Kōrero Corner

Takapuna Library warmly invites you to a space that supports your te reo Māori journey.

01 Feb 2026

Clothing swap

Bring up to 5 pieces of clean, undamaged clothing to swap and get the opportunity to take home up...

01 Feb 2026

Rainbow Messfest

A colourful, creative sensory play session for Rainbow whānau, allies, and all our littlest expl...