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Waste 23 Jul 2019

Go reusable for your caffeine fix during Plastic Free July

Each time we use a single-use cup, it contributes to the single-use plastic packaging that can’t be recycled - help end this by using a reusable cup.

Environment 23 Jul 2019

No bag? No worries at the Wesley Market

If you’re at the popular Wesley Market and have forgotten a shopping bag - don’t panic!

Waste 23 Jul 2019

Ditching that single-use straw will make a difference

A plastic straw may not seem like a big issue, but when you add up the estimated 200 million plastic straws we consume in New Zealand each year, plastic straws create a large problem for the environment.

Environment 19 Jul 2019

Response continues in effort to contain fruit fly

The response continues in response to fruit fly finds in the Northcote area, with restrictions remaining in place to contain the pest.

Environment 19 Jul 2019

Community first as wetland amenity emerges from flood-prone swamp

Local iwi, residents, and team members from Healthy Waters have marked the completion of a significant rejuvenation project in Takanini.

Community 17 Jul 2019

Māngere Bridge residents pull together for community safety

Working together to reduce anti-social behaviour is the focus of a working group formed by Māngere-Ōtāhuhu Local Board.

Environment 17 Jul 2019

Community trust to recycle glass on Great Barrier Island

A community trust on Great Barrier Island will be using a council grant to make drinking glasses out of discarded bottles and jars.

Have your say 17 Jul 2019

Auckland Council declared a climate emergency – now what?

Have your say on Te Tāruke-ā-Tāwhiri: Auckland’s Climate Action Framework. Consultation is open until 6 September 2019.

Events52 Results

19 Dec 2025 - 14 Feb 2026

Yoga on the lawn

Come join us for an hour of gentle yoga flow, designed to help you feel calm, grounded, and recon...

20 Dec 2025 - 23 Jan 2026

Mt Roskill Library Summer Holiday Events

Dive into a holiday season full of movies, makerspaces, workshops, and awesome activities for eve...

23 Dec 2025 - 20 Jan 2026

Raumati Reads - Waiheke Island Library

Enjoy school holiday fun with the kids at the Library.

31 Aug 2025 - 28 Dec 2025

Seed, seedling and produce swap

It's a wonderful way to reduce waste, diversify your garden, and meet like-minded community membe...

06 Jan 2026 - 30 Jan 2026

Raumati Reads Summer School Holiday Programmes

Enjoy fun filled activities at the Library.

07 Jan 2026 - 22 Jan 2026

Glen Eden Library Summer School Holiday Programme

Keep your tamariki reading, exploring and creating all summer long with Raumati Reads, your passp...

13 Jan 2026

Create a Corn Husk Doll at the Botanic Gardens

In this activity, kids will learn how to make their very own traditional corn husk dolls—just lik...

13 Jan 2026 - 24 Jan 2026

Summer holidays at Devonport Library

There’s something for everyone, ready for you to enjoy at your own pace!