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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

05 Feb 2026 - 26 Nov 2026

Chinese Cultural Club

Presentations, Singing, Recitation, Chess & Table Tennis.

05 Feb 2026 - 10 Dec 2026

Code Club at Avondale Library

Learn to code, create fun projects, and explore Python, HTML, CSS, and more—8 weeks of hands-on c...

05 Feb 2026 - 17 Dec 2026

Go Class

Discover the strategy and fun of Weiqi through playful hands-on learning.

26 Oct 2025 - 22 Oct 2026

Read, snack, repeat - Teen Book Club

Come along to our Teen Book Club and you can enjoy free snacks, borrow the latest teen fiction &...

24 Apr 2026

The Weed Eaters in 4D

Join us for an exclusive 4D screening of The Weed Eaters before it opens in cinemas!

20 Mar 2026 - 11 Dec 2026

Craft Fun for preschoolers in Mandarin - 公益艺术课程

Fun hands-on activities for pre-schoolers, aged 2-5, including clay-making, drawing and painting.

13 Mar 2026 - 17 Mar 2027

Storytime

It’s a wonderful way to share a love of books and connect with others in the community.

27 Feb 2026 - 27 Nov 2026

Scottish Ceilidh

Join us for an evening of fun, easy dancing and live music.