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Kids / Family 8 Apr 2016

Zoo Tales: Nose + horn = rhinos

In this week’s Zoo Tales, Auckland Zoo keeper Henry introduces Mtoto, one of our male rhinos.

Food / Drink 8 Apr 2016

Obesity rates drop for some Auckland kids

Auckland Council-backed Healthy Auckland Together coalition reports a drop in the proportion of obese Māori and Pacific Island boys.

Development 8 Apr 2016

Māori urban design expert joins the council

This week Auckland Council welcomed new staff member Phil Wihongi. Phil joins the council as the Mana Whenua Urban Design Principal Specialist for the Auckland Design Office. OurAuckland caught up with Phil to find out about his background and...

Community 1 Apr 2016

Zoo Tales: A flamboyance of flamingos

Long necks, ankles halfway up their legs, pink plumage and noisy squawks - watch to find out why zoo keeper Sarah loves everything about our flock of flamingos!

Cultural 1 Apr 2016

100 years ago: The battle underground

On 11 October 1915, the New Zealand Engineers Tunnelling Company assembled at the Avondale Racecourse en route to the Western Front.

Environment 31 Mar 2016

Auckland: Where Brown is green

Livability means sustainability is high on Auckland’s agenda with the recent appointment of a Chief Sustainability Officer among other initiatives.

Environment 31 Mar 2016

Get involved in a community programme

Did you know Auckland Council has a number of great environmental programmes available in your local community?

Environment 31 Mar 2016

Waste-free warrior coming to town

Auckland families will soon have the chance to get tips from a waste-free parenting warrior, with workshops happening in locations around the region.

Events170 Results

08 Sep 2022 - 12 Jun 2025

Wriggle, Rhyme and Storytime at Waiheke Library

Spend your morning at the library with fun things to do for you and your kids.

17 May 2024

Eskdale Reserve and Kaipatiki Project nursery tour, Birkdale

Learn more about the amazing mahi/work staff and volunteers are doing in the field of native plan...

03 May 2024 - 05 Jul 2024

Whangaparāoa Library's BrainFit

A fun and engaging brain fitness programme!

03 May 2024 - 06 Dec 2024

English Conversation Class

Practice speaking English for everyday life in New Zealand and make new friends!

03 May 2024 - 06 Dec 2024

Mandarin Rhymetime

Enjoy Chinese language and culture through music, stories, and activities!   

12 Apr 2024 - 20 Dec 2024

Senior Digital Club

Come and join our Senior Digital Club, a safe space for our senior patrons to learn how to use th...

02 Apr 2024 - 14 Dec 2024

Digital Seniors free one on one tech support - Devonport

Come along to Devonport Community House for free one on one support.

22 Mar 2024 - 28 Jun 2024

Te Reo Conversation Group

A relaxed Te Reo conversation group, come along and practice speaking with other learners over a...