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15 Jul 2021

New citizens welcomed in their local community

New citizens were welcomed with joy and celebration into the Puketāpapa community at a citizenship ceremony held after a long hiatus due to the COVID–19 pandemic.

15 Jul 2021

Community volunteers recognised by Hibiscus and Bays

A special recognition ceremony was held last month at Estuary Arts Centre for the recipients of the Hibiscus and Bays Local Board Volunteer Awards 2021.

Community 14 Jul 2021

Grants help groups across Franklin

Franklin Local Board grants will help groups from across the area better serve their communities.

Community 14 Jul 2021

Papakura kids get road safety action

Pupils from Papakura Normal School who made up one of the youngest ever deputations to their local board are getting action on their safety concerns.

Whanau friendly 13 Jul 2021

Grants help Papakura groups

Local Board grants help Papakura groups better serve the community.

Community 13 Jul 2021

Waiuku Museum supported by local board grants

Buildings that make up part of Waiuku Museum are in line for some care and attention thanks to Franklin Local Board.

Environment 13 Jul 2021

Investing in Kaipātiki's treasured environment

Expanding a programme that works with local businesses to prevent industrial pollution ending up into local waterways is among focuses for the Kaipātiki Local Board over the next 12 months. 

Events

29 Jan 2026 - 26 Nov 2026

From the Author's mouth

Engage in discussions over tea and coffee, in a welcoming space for everyone to join.

22 Jan 2026 - 10 Dec 2026

Scrabble Club

Come along, meet others and play a good game!

22 Jan 2026 - 17 Dec 2026

English Class for Chinese speakers

Join English class for Chinese speakers aimed at beginners.

16 Jan 2026 - 29 Feb 2028

Free weekly yoga classes

Classes are beginner-friendly with progressions for regular practitioners.

08 Jan 2026 - 17 Dec 2026

Knitting Circle

Come and knit at Blockhouse Bay Library!

09 Oct 2025 - 30 Jun 2026

Free tech help for older people - Ōrewa

Our friendly, police-vetted volunteers are available to provide you with free one-on-one help to...

19 Jun 2025 - 30 Jun 2026

Low sensory hour

Dimmed lights on the ground floor with quiet voices and limited noise throughout the library.

29 May 2026

Meditation by the sea

A meditative sunrise concert, inspired by the traditions of Indian classical music and its connec...