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Environment 14 Sep 2023

Sipping sustainability: Aotea / Great Barrier pioneers single-use cup revolution

Aotea/ Great Barrier is aiming to be the first place in New Zealand to eliminate single-use takeaway cups.

Community 14 Sep 2023

Plant swap stall helps you dig Parnell Festival of Roses

Green fingered plant enthusiasts will have the opportunity to grow their own collections at this year’s Parnell Festival of Roses, thanks to a unique stall.

City Centre Waterfront 14 Sep 2023

Midtown Street Party celebrates an area building character through renewal    

On Thursday 28 September the inaugural Midtown Street Party is coming to Elliott, Albert, Victoria, Wellesley, Darby and Queen Streets, and along the historic Strand Arcade - from 6pm to 9pm.

Development 14 Sep 2023

Work programme supports Waiheke wairua

More than $11 million could be spent on community programmes and projects across the motu in the coming years thanks to Waiheke’s local board.

Community 13 Sep 2023

Big score for Upper Harbour facilities from council grants

More than $5 million has been awarded to two Upper Harbour facilities from Auckland Council’s Sport and Recreation Facilities Investment Fund.

Plans / Projects 13 Sep 2023

Board agreement delivers for Hibiscus and Bays

Improvements to facilities, services and environmental activities in Hibiscus and Bays are set to receive a $29 million injection thanks to the local board.

Educational 13 Sep 2023

Immersive cultural and environmental education space on the waterfront opens to the public

Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei and Te Kaunihera o Tāmaki Makaurau / Auckland Council have partnered to deliver Te Wharekura, a project which celebrates the cultural richness of Te Waitematā, and aims to inspire its protection.

Community 13 Sep 2023

10 years of all the right ingredients for East Auckland families

Bellyful East Auckland celebrates 10 years of nourishing and connecting communities by cooking and delivering free meals to whānau, with babies or young children, who need support.

Events

07 Apr 2026 - 17 Apr 2026

Ōku hoa Moana | My Ocean Friends

Dive into Ngā Huhua: Abundance - a deep blue world teeming with life these April school holidays.

07 Apr 2026 - 17 Apr 2026

Out of this World April School Holidays - Ormiston Town Centre Library

Come down to the newly opened library at Ormiston Town Centre this school holidays.

07 Apr 2026 - 17 Apr 2026

School holiday robotics workshops

Each workshop also includes a planetarium show!

07 Apr 2026 - 17 Apr 2026

School holidays at Devonport Library

Join us for six free events packed with creativity, movement, and fun for tamariki aged 5–12.

07 Apr 2026 - 18 Apr 2026 - 18 Apr 2026

April School Holiday Programmes

Come along to participate in this series of exciting school holiday events.

07 Apr 2026 - 19 Apr 2026

Out of this world April School Holidays - Pakuranga Library

Enjoy fun and family-friendly activities at the library to spark curiosity and create lasting mem...

07 Apr 2026 - 19 Apr 2026

School holidays at Whangaparāoa Library

Get crafty, curious, and entertained these school holidays at Whangaparāoa Library from worm farm...

07 Apr 2026 - 19 Apr 2026

Takapuna Library April School Holiday Programme

Come along, make something amazing, and learn new skills with us!