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Community 2 Jul 2018

Laneway lights the way

Waitematā Harbour’s original shoreline and Māori astronomy are celebrated in the design of the newest Wynyard Quarter laneway.

Transport 2 Jul 2018

Half Moon Bay ferry pier wins Best Public Works Project award

AT's Half Moon Bay ferry pier has been recognised at the IPWEA New Zealand Excellence Awards.

Community 2 Jul 2018

Councillor volunteers to prevent crime

Howick Ward Councillor Sharon Stewart hit the beat for a few hours with the Botany Crime Watch Patrol.

Community 2 Jul 2018

Trust raises $425,000 for Warkworth Town Hall restoration

The Warkworth Town Hall Restoration Trust has raised $425,000 for the historic hall’s restoration.

Dogs 29 Jun 2018

Get to know us: Auckland Animal Shelters

We go behind the scenes at Auckland Animal Shelters to chat to Tania, a Senior Kennel Attendant at Manukau Shelter.

Dogs 29 Jun 2018

When Pat met Suzie

What to do with an older dog getting lonely and a little pup just looking for a home?

Walkways 29 Jun 2018

Traffic delaying pedestrian flow is a cost too

Walking is the most important transport mode in the city centre.

Environment 28 Jun 2018

Glen Innes stormwater test to benefit local waterways

Watercare and Auckland Council have begun testing pipes for illegal stormwater connections in Glen Innes.

Events

08 Jan 2026 - 17 Dec 2026

Knitting Circle

Come and knit at Blockhouse Bay Library!

09 Oct 2025 - 30 Jun 2026

Digital Seniors free tech help for older people - Ōrewa Library

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.

10 Apr 2026

Bracelet Making

A fun and creative bracelet-making session where you can design and craft your own colourful acce...

10 Apr 2026

DIY Worm Farm Workshop

Join Lisa for a fun, hands-on ‘Do It Yourself Mini Worm Farms for kids and whānau’.

10 Apr 2026

He mana tō te kai

This programme supports whānau and communities to restore traditional food practices and shift ev...

10 Apr 2026

Learn Tī Rākau

Discover how tī rākau can connect you to te taiao, the natural world.

10 Apr 2026

Mai i Kurawaka

Mai i Kurawaka envisions a future where ikura is honoured as a sacred gift, not hidden, silenced,...