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Community 31 May 2023

Waiheke board grants make it happen on the motu

Over $60,000 of funding has been delivered to 18 Waiheke community groups in Waiheke Local Board’s latest grants round. 

Craft / Hobby 31 May 2023

Exhibition attracts crowd in a post stamp era

International stamp exhibition supported by the local board inspires local young exhibit entrant.

Community 30 May 2023

North Shore Digital Seniors pilot a hit

Nearly 200 North Shore seniors have been building their digital confidence with free, one-on-one technology support sessions offered through the Digital Seniors pilot programme. 

Community 30 May 2023

The best of Ecofest 2023 on Waiheke

Waiheke locals were treated to over 80 interactive events promoting sustainable living including fashion shows, upcycling workshops and sustainability tours as part of Ecofest 2023.

Community 30 May 2023

Sporting greats with special ties saluted

Papakura and Manurewa local boards acknowledge losing special sporting talents.

Community 30 May 2023

Legendary Ōtara Scorpions Rugby League Club adding a sting to their online presence

The Ōtara Scorpions Rugby League Club has forged a partnership with Auckland Libraries.

Community 29 May 2023

Howick Local Board celebrates its volunteer heroes

Howick Local Board is thrilled to celebrate its volunteers with an awards ceremony in June.

Community 29 May 2023

Grants aid Hibiscus and Bays community projects

Fifty-five community organisations received $259,247 in the final round of the Hibiscus and Bays Local Board Grants Programme for 2022/2023.

Events

01 Jun 2026 - 30 Jun 2026

Plant More Natives

Help Tāmaki Makaurau's environment thrive by planting a free native seedling at home!

02 Feb 2026 - 07 Dec 2026

Blind Date - A Support Group for Blind and Low Vision Kiwis

Come along to Blind Date, a friendly monthly support group for people who are blind or have low v...

02 Jun 2026 - 03 Jun 2026

Tā: Siapo as a living practice

This two-day workshop introduces participants to the traditional art practice of siapo-making as...

02 Jun 2026 - 04 Jun 2026

Samoan Language Week Storytime

A  great opportunity to encourage an interest in books, while building language and literacy skills.

02 Jun 2026 - 13 Jun 2026

A Man For All Seasons

Robert Bolt’s drama tells the true story of Sir Thomas More from 1530s Tudor England.

03 Feb 2026 - 01 Dec 2026

Book Chat

Come and join our Book Chat group, where you can share your favourite reads, hear what others are...

03 Feb 2026 - 01 Dec 2026

Korean Book Chat

Korean speakers share your favourite reads, hear what others are reading, and make friends with o...

03 Feb 2026 - 01 Dec 2026

Onehunga Library Bookchat

Bring along your latest read to share with a friendly community of fellow book lovers.