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Cultural 29 Aug 2018

Entries open for Diwali chalk rangoli competition

Win a $500 cash prize for your rangoli design at Ellen Melville Centre ahead of this year's festival.

Environment 29 Aug 2018

Returning our lakes to good health

Auckland's lakes are under threat, but we have the chance to reverse the trend and restore their health.

Environment 28 Aug 2018

Sustainable design a step closer for Henderson

Henderson’s future as an ‘urban eco-centre’ has received a boost.

Cultural 27 Aug 2018

Māori Cultural Initiatives Fund empowering local marae

Grants have been used to make much-needed improvements to marae facilities in Māngere.

Housing 27 Aug 2018

Work kicks off on housing for older Aucklanders

Work starts on new homes for older Aucklanders.

Libraries 24 Aug 2018

Feedback wanted on Takanini Library and Community Hub

Tell us what you think about the concept plans for the services and the interior fit for the new Takanini Library and Community Hub.

24 Aug 2018

Upgrade begins at Waiuku’s Sandspit Reserve

Work has now begun on the Sandspit Reserve seawall upgrade and beach replenishment.

Arts 23 Aug 2018

Call for Franklin creatives to apply for grant

Less than a week remains until applications close for grants to support artists in Franklin.

Events

10 Mar 2026 - 18 Apr 2026

April School Holiday - Avondale Library

Keep the kids inspired these school holidays with free creative workshops, crafts, and family-fri...

05 Mar 2026 - 17 Dec 2026

Knitting Group

Pop along and knit for those in need. If you are not a knitter, bring along a pair of needles and...

05 Mar 2026 - 17 Dec 2026

Papakura Library Ukulele Club

Our free ukulele club is on every Thursday from 3 PM to 4:30 PM at the Papakura Library Meeting R...

12 Feb 2026 - 17 Dec 2026

Wriggle & Rhyme at Pakuranga Library

Join Pakuranga Library for a fun musical programme designed to promote active movement (0-2yrs).

05 Feb 2026 - 17 Dec 2026

Tai Chi For Health

The programmes are designed to empower people to improve health and wellness

02 Feb 2026 - 13 Dec 2029

BrainCharge hour

Join our fun brain fitness programme is designed to develop brain resilience and mental fitness.

01 Feb 2026 - 20 Dec 2029

Make, give, live

Come along for a social enterprise connecting people who want to use their knitting and crochetin...

22 Jan 2026 - 10 Dec 2026

Scrabble Club

Come along, meet others and play a good game!