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Community 29 Jun 2016

Culture and community supported by grant

One family fun day received a boost from community grant funding. Apply for a grant to support your own community initiative, project or event.

Educational 24 Jun 2016

Zoo Tales: Wētā punga workshop

We've just added 12 new wētā punga from epically beautiful Te Hauturu-o-Toi (Little Barrier Island) to our 'wētā workshop' - ready to breed a new generation of this threatened species!

Educational 17 Jun 2016

Zoo Tales: Kea

Kea are the world's only alpine parrot, one of the most intelligent birds and unique to Aotearoa. Find out more about these creative and noisy parrots from keeper Devon.

Educational 10 Jun 2016

Zoo Tales: Awesome otters

Asian small-clawed otters are the smallest of the world's 13 otter species, but according to keeper Helen they’re not to be messed with!

Community 3 Jun 2016

Zoo Tales: Giraffe on the move

Join us (again) on our ‪#‎giraffeonthemove road trip as we follow Zuri's epic journey to Wellington Zoo.

Community 31 May 2016

New Zealand’s role in the Battle of Jutland remembered

More than eight and a half thousand men lost their lives in just thirty six hours in the largest naval battle of the Great War.

Community 30 May 2016

Zoo Tales: Meerkat mob

Mealworms, rodents, lizards and even scorpions - a meerkat will munch them all! Meet keeper Nick and learn all about our inquisitive mob of seven meerkats.

Kids / Family 27 May 2016

Have you tried the piano stairs?

Aotea Square has been filled with music recently as piano stairs were installed on the steps of the Aotea Centre.

Events251 Results

22 Oct 2024 - 26 Oct 2024

Celebrate Diwali at Mt Roskill Library

Learn about Diwali and Hindu culture.

29 Aug 2024 - 24 Oct 2024

Pyjama Storytime

Join librarians Jenny and Jess for cozy pyjama storytime, all whanau and teddies welcome.

25 Oct 2024

Free Japanese Film Screening - Suzume

Enjoy the film and gain a deeper insight into various aspects of Japanese culture.

26 Oct 2024

Otahuhu Food Festival

The Otahuhu Food Festival is an all day family event with over 120 food stalls and truck.

26 Oct 2024 - 31 Oct 2024

Festival of Frights 2024

Howick Historical Village’s Festival of Frights is back, and bigger than ever! Three spooktacular...

27 Oct 2024

Stay Safe This Summer! Essential Water Safety Tips

Learn how to properly select and wear lifejackets, and take advantage of free lifejacket loans fr...

28 Oct 2024

St Heliers Art & Craft Market

Come along to St Heliers this Labour Day Monday for one of Auckland’s largest Art & Craft markets.

31 Oct 2024

Twisted Tales Halloween Showcase

Get ready for a frightfully fun evening.