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Community 3 Aug 2026

A little longer, but worth the wait

Howick Library and the adjacent Fencible Lounge will close for a major renewal from February, with temporary services in place to keep the community connected while improvements are made.

Community news 3 Aug 2026

How to apply: Ōrākei Local Board Grants

Applying for a local board grant for the first time can be daunting, we want to help.

Community news 3 Aug 2026

How to apply: Waitematā Local or Quick Response Grant

Applying for a local board grant for the first time can be daunting, we want to help.

Libraries 30 Jul 2026

Celebrating a century of Remuera Library

One of our favourite community spaces and heritage buildings, Remuera Library, is 100 years old.

Community news 28 Jul 2026

1Punch2Much: Turning potential into purpose

A violence-prevention programme is helping rangatahi across south Auckland build the confidence, resilience and leadership skills to make positive choices.

Community news 28 Jul 2026

Are you Fur Real – a bigger and better dog park

Dogs and their owners now have more space to explore, exercise and socialise following the expansion of the dog park at Lloyd Elsmore Park in Pakuranga.

Community news 22 Jul 2026

Twenty-five new chapters added to Papakura’s story

Papakura has adopted twenty-five new park names, shared by Ngaati Te Ata Waiohua, Ngāti Tamaoho, Te Aakitai Waiohua and Ngāi Tai ki Tāmaki.

Community news 20 Jul 2026

Lighting up volunteer accommodation

Grant funding from the local board is helping volunteers make a difference at Glenfern Sanctuary.

Events

03 May 2026 - 13 Sep 2026

Community Classics: At the Movies

Gather the whānau together for an uplifting afternoon of music for everyone.

16 Feb 2025 - 23 Dec 2029

Dementia friendly Sunday

Come for a cuppa and a chat in a safe friendly space.

14 Sep 2026 - 17 Sep 2026

Kapa Haka Workshop

Join us at Toia Library to celebrate Te Wiki o te Reo Māori Language Week! 

14 Sep 2026 - 20 Sep 2026

Te Wiki o te Reo Māori at MOTAT

A week full of playful, creative, and hands-on experiences for tamariki and whānau!

09 Feb 2026 - 14 Dec 2026

Movie Monday at Rānui Library

Join us at Rānui library for Monday Movie, held on the second Monday of every month.

02 Feb 2026 - 17 Dec 2029

Community singing

Join us to sing songs you know and love in a friendly, supportive setting.

15 Sep 2026

Tea and Topics: Burning the books

Presentation by Tim Koelmeyer, a retired pathologist and a dedicated bibliophile.

15 Sep 2026 - 17 Sep 2026

Māori Language Week Storytime

30 minute themed sessions featuring stories, rhymes, singing and dancing.