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Community 9 Oct 2025

100 Years of Nathan Homestead: Re-opening marks new chapter  

Nathan Homestead is re-opening its doors on Monday 13 October, welcoming the community back after a major restoration led by Auckland Council and Manurewa Local Board.

Parks / Outdoors 9 Oct 2025

Plan adopted for future proofing Mairangi Bay Reserves

A key step has been taken to help protect and enhance one of Auckland’s most popular coastal reserves for future generations.

Community 9 Oct 2025

Farewell to Liz Manley

Waitākere Ranges Local Board member Liz Manley is stepping down after three years of service.

Elections 6 Oct 2025

The countdown is on: local election voting closes soon

Find out what happens after voting closes and how to find out who wins.

Community 3 Oct 2025

New look for Elstree North Reserve

Glen Innes’ Elstree North Reserve is in line for a revamp.

Community 3 Oct 2025

Liv Roe and Julia Maskill step down from Albert-Eden Local Board

Two Albert-Eden Local Board members are stepping down, with Julia Maskill and Liv Roe not standing for re-election in the local elections.

Elections 2 Oct 2025

Stuck on who to vote for in Auckland local elections?

Here are some suggestions to consider when swiping through candidates in the online catalogue.

Events

10 Feb 2026 - 08 Dec 2026

Wriggle and Rhyme - Manukau

This free session helps stimulate growing minds and bodies while providing lots of fun.

10 Feb 2026 - 09 Dec 2026

Read to a dog

Introducing our read to a dog programme! Read to a dog aims to help children with their literacy,...

10 Feb 2026 - 15 Dec 2026

Babies and Bubbles

Join us for songs, movement and bubbles for developing brains.

10 Feb 2026 - 15 Dec 2026

Ponsonby Playgroup

Ponsonby Playgroup is a friendly place for parents/caregivers and their children to meet and play.

05 Feb 2026 - 17 Dec 2026

Tai Chi for health

Designed to empower people to improve health and wellness.

03 Feb 2026 - 15 Dec 2026

BrainCharge - Kumeū

Give your brain a weekly workout at Kumeu Library's BrainCharge sessions.

03 Feb 2026 - 15 Dec 2026

Low-sensory hours

Every Tuesday morning 10am–12pm, our current exhibition is set to a low-sensory experience, with...

03 Feb 2026 - 15 Dec 2026

Wriggle and Rhyme - Pt Chevalier

Join us as we go through sensory play, music time, motor skill development and early social learn...