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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

16 Oct 2026 - 04 Dec 2026

Foundations in drawing and painting

Join art tutor Isabella Baillie and delve into the building blocks of drawing and painting throug...

16 Oct 2026 - 04 Dec 2026

Rhymetime - Blockhouse Bay

A time to dance, sing and laugh for busy toddlers. 

16 Oct 2026 - 11 Dec 2026

Jiggle and Wiggle

Bring your dancing feet to our preschool session.

16 Oct 2026 - 13 Dec 2026

Page to Future

We invite people of all ages to stop by and share in the joy of reading, conversation and connect...

16 Oct 2026 - 18 Dec 2026

Drop-in ceramics studio

Join us on Fridays to work independently in our fully equipped ceramics studio.

16 Oct 2026 - 18 Dec 2026

Rhymetime

Songs, movement, rhymes and bubbles for preschoolers and their caregivers.

21 Aug 2026 - 18 Dec 2026

Friday Unwind: Qigong, Yoga, Kirtan Meditation

Come along, unwind, relax your body and mind.

21 Aug 2026 - 19 Dec 2026

English Conversation Corner

Practice basic English conversation skills and make new friends.