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Environment 21 Feb 2017

Manukau and Howick residents get to bin the bags

Residents in the former Manukau City Council area will say goodbye to rubbish bags this year as Auckland Council introduces rubbish wheelie bins.

Transport 31 Jan 2017

Drone image shows Half Moon Bay pier from unique angle

A photo taken by a drone shows construction underway on the new Half Moon Bay ferry pier.

6 Dec 2016

Howick Local Board by-election

Interested in standing or nominating a candidate to contest the Howick Local Board Botany subdivision by-election but not sure where the boundaries are?

Whanau friendly 2 Dec 2016

Learning through play

By asking questions and letting the children explore their interests, Howick Kauri Kids is leading the way in developing future Aucklanders.

Community 1 Dec 2016

Young eco warriors awarded

A hard-working group of Year 9 students from Mission Heights Junior College have been awarded the 2016 Ros Nicholson Award for Native Ecology.

Transport 17 Nov 2016

Pontoon floated to new Half Moon Bay ferry pier

Construction work on the Half Moon Bay ferry pier reached a milestone, with Auckland Transport floating in the new pontoon.

Educational 9 Nov 2016

How Auckland Council works: A very (very) simple guide

A very simple guide to how Auckland Council works.

7 Nov 2016

Local boards sworn in for new term

Auckland Council's 149 local board members have been officially sworn in to office at inauguration ceremonies this month.

Events

13 Jul 2026

Toi Manawa Māori Bone Carving

Come and enjoy a fun day making a beautiful Māori taonga (pendant) from beef bone and pauā shell.

15 Jul 2026

Māori Cultural Games!

Join Rangiatea for an insight into Māori Cultural Games!

16 Jul 2026

Matariki Silent Disco

Expect glowing lights, shared laughter and a dance floor that brings the community together under...

16 Jul 2026

Toi art carving workshop

Celebrate Matariki through learning, creativity and connection, with an interactive experience th...

04 Jul 2026 - 19 Jul 2026

Under the stars: Crafting nocturnal creatures

Join us for a short, engaging eco-talk and unleash your creativity in a hands-on Hama Beads session.

20 Jul 2026 - 27 Jul 2026

Art demonstrations

Enjoy live painting demonstrations from beginning to end filled with expert tips and techniques.

22 Jul 2026 - 09 Dec 2026

Brainy Babies

A fun session of music and play to stimulate your toddlers brain!

28 Jan 2026 - 25 Nov 2026

Board Games for Adults

Sit down, relax and enjoy a range of board games at Highland Park Library.