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Pest Free 19 Feb 2019

Stoat hunt shuts down

An exhaustive search has found no stoats on Great Barrier Island after a reported sighting near Medlands Beach.

Walkways 18 Feb 2019

Damaged Beach Haven bridge to be rebuilt

A bridge damaged by fire on Waitangi Day will need to be rebuilt according to a structural assessment.

Have your say 18 Feb 2019

Annual Budget consultation meetings to be held for Great Barrier residents

Consultation meetings are being held with Great Barrier Island residents as part of the annual budget consultation.

Environment 15 Feb 2019

Growing community gardens in Albert-Eden

Community garden initiatives are providing a welcome refuge for birds, butterflies and residents in the local area and beyond.

Community 15 Feb 2019

Kūkūwai Karnival celebrates end of Waterview Tunnel work disruption

Albert Eden and Whau local boards are saying thank you to residents with a party to mark the end of six years of Waterview Tunnel work disruptions.

Community 13 Feb 2019

Councillors invite feedback from North Shore residents

Richard Hills and Chris Darby are inviting residents to join them for conversations on the Annual Budget consultation.

Youth / Rangatahi 12 Feb 2019

Summer fun in Albert-Eden

Check out the events, family fun, and days out available this summer throughout Albert-Eden.

Plans / Projects 11 Feb 2019

New marine facility confirmed for Wynyard Quarter

The new facility will feature a marine haul-out and refit facility, commercial buildings and a residential tower.

Events

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...

29 May 2026

Self-portrait drawing

In this 2-hour workshop, participants will enjoy the calm and creative process of moving their ha...