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14 Feb 2020

Going South - a local's guide to summer in south Auckland

Teau Aiturau, founder of Time To Thrive – To Stay Alive, a cycling-focused charitable trust, shares his story and a few of his favourite south Auckland spots.

Development 11 Feb 2020

Addison survey finds residents positive about suburb

Study finds residents of the master-planned community of Addison in Papakura have a lot to be positive about.

Beaches 4 Feb 2020

Cockle Bay beach receives a makeover

A 66-meter-long rock revetment has been constructed on the western side of Cockle Bay beach to reduce severe coastal erosion.

Sports / Leisure 4 Feb 2020

Waiuku College gym opens its doors again

Waiuku College has reopened its gym to the public after being closed for more than a year for repairs.

Community 3 Feb 2020

Ōrākei Basin at its best for Community Day 2020

Discover how much Ōrākei Basin has to offer at the Ōrākei Basin Community Day, all are welcome.

Educational 3 Feb 2020

New look planned for Franklin library

Changes are planned for Franklin: The Centre to add a new community meeting and increased office space for local board staff.

Community 30 Jan 2020

Registrations now open for Diversity Festival performers and stallholders

A true picture of south Auckland will be on display when diverse communities come together to celebrate at Diversity Festival.

Community 29 Jan 2020

New playground for Maungawhau in time for summer

The popular children’s playground on Normanby Road at the foot of Maungawhau / Mt Eden is getting a makeover! A brand new adventure park will be in place by mid-December, in time for school holidays.

Events

31 Oct 2026

Halloween silent disco

We'll have the silent disco set, as well as crafts and activities around the library to celebrate...

31 Oct 2026

Highwic Plant Fair

The Highwic garden will be in full bloom, and a wide range of stallholders will be on site.

31 Oct 2026

Inspired by Picasso: Paint a cubist figure

Explore the art of painting the figure with painter and tutor Zarahn Southon, in connection with...

31 Oct 2026

Intuitive mixed media

A two-day weekend workshop with resident artist Julie Moselen designed to encourage experimentati...

31 Oct 2026

Mental Health Awareness Gig 2026

An inclusive showcase of live music, celebrating community and connection. Belonging matters!

31 Oct 2026

Research and Heritage Collections Open Day

Join us to discover Auckland Libraries' unique collections, stories and research services.

31 Oct 2026

Sandringham Street Festival 2026

Sandringham’s Street Festival is back for its 27th year this year and it's going to be so much fun!

31 Oct 2026

Spooky Space

Join us (if you dare!) for this family-friendly animated planetarium show exploring some of the s...