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Libraries 29 Apr 2016

Central Library a warm escape for the homeless

For Auckland’s homeless, the comfort and warmth of the Auckland Central Library is a far stretch from the social isolation of the city streets - especially behind the pages of a good book.

Community 27 Apr 2016

How we marked Anzac Day over the past century

A century on, how have commemorations changed on this significant national day?

Educational 27 Apr 2016

Interns making a big difference

What's it like interning at Auckland Council? We spoke with Licensing and Compliance intern Nicola Clark.

Community 26 Apr 2016

Swimming lessons for all ages and abilities

Almost 500,000 swimming lessons take place in Auckland Council-owned pools each year.

Community 22 Apr 2016

Tackling anti-social behaviour in parks

If you aren’t aware some of your local parks have an alcohol ban, you will soon find out.

Community 22 Apr 2016

Zoo Tales: Lots of love to give

Today’s Zoo Tales is about masked lovebirds.

Educational 18 Apr 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 15 Apr 2016

Zoo Tales: Meet Oupa - proud father of 17!

Meet Oupa, one of Auckland Zoo’s oldest residents and proud father to 17 baby leopard tortoises!

Events205 Results

10 Jan 2024 - 18 Dec 2024

Digital Drop-in

Having trouble with technology? Help is on hand with this weekly drop-in session at Grey Lynn...

03 Oct 2024 - 10 Oct 2024

Port of Auckland Bus Tours

Join the Port of Auckland team for a behind-the-scenes tour of the port.

03 Oct 2024 - 27 Oct 2024

Guided Museum Tours

Make the most of your visit with a complimentary guided tour.

03 Oct 2024 - 07 Nov 2024

Te Reo Māori for beginners

Te Reo Māori for beginners is a 6 week course.  The course is suitable for adults of any ability....

16 May 2024 - 19 Dec 2024

Wriggle and Rhyme

Join us at Onehunga Library every Thursday for our Wriggle and Rhyme sessions! These engaging pro...

09 May 2024 - 19 Dec 2024

Kōrero Mai

Come along every Thursday for a relaxed and friendly session of kōrero in Te Reo Māori run by loc...

02 Apr 2024 - 14 Dec 2024

Digital Seniors Free Tech Help - Birkenhead

Digital Seniors coaches can help seniors with things such as connecting with friends and whanau o...

02 Nov 2023 - 07 Nov 2024

Book Chat - Avondale Library

Everyone is welcome to join this friendly group to discuss books over tea or coffee.