Community news

A library like no other turns 25

25 years of helping young people in Ōtara learn, connect and grow at Tupu Youth Library, Auckland and NZ's only youth library.

Free programme creates new opportunities for Ōtāhuhu locals

Desire Paths brought free activities, practical support and new opportunities to Ōtāhuhu, helping locals build skills, try something new and connect with their community.

Chamberlain Park shared path included in $3.2m Albert-Eden transport investment

Mount Albert’s Chamberlain Park will be home to a new shared path.

Glow up: more Puketāpapa fields to light up at night

More Puketāpapa sports fields will shine bright at night.

From baroque music to environmental science, local grants make a difference

Devonport-Takapuna Local Board grants are helping local organisations deliver projects that benefit the community.

Waiheke grants bring stories to life and protect native wildlife

Local board funding is helping Waiheke community groups deliver creative experiences for families while supporting the island’s ongoing fight to eradicate stoats.

Landing on the right park: next lot of Tāmaki land exchanges open for feedback

Future park improvements are locked in for Maungakiekie-Tamaki, with the confirmation of land exchanges for Maybury Reserve (eastern end), Taurica Reserve and Torino Reserve. 

Opening hours changing at four Henderson-Massey libraries

Opening hours at four Henderson-Massey libraries and community hubs will change slightly from 10 October to better meet community demand and visiting patterns.