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Environment 5 Jun 2018

Improving water quality in Okahu Bay

Auckland Council’s Healthy Waters team has been working on separating the combined stormwater and wastewater systems in Ōkahu Bay.

1 Jun 2018

Marine site for Wynyard Quarter

A new marine refit facility will be developed in Wynyard Quarter, creating hundreds of jobs.

Cycling 31 May 2018

Help shape a path for Rodney

Local path plans are being developed for Helensville, Muriwai and Taupaki and for Kaukapakapa, Wainui, Dairy Flat and Coatesville.

Community 31 May 2018

Help for city's homeless

Community groups from sport, the arts, and in social areas, have all been backed by Waitematā Local Board.

Beaches 31 May 2018

Almost 200 years of history washes up near the Kaipara Harbour

A shipwreck has been discovered at the entrance to Kaipara Harbour.

Environment 30 May 2018

Meet Brad, our bachelor bat

This little fellow was looking for roommates – and he promised not to take up much space.

30 May 2018

Tāmaki goes pink for Breast Cancer

Pink ribbon breakfasts were held to raise awareness and funds for the NZ Breast Cancer Foundation.

29 May 2018

Help Sunnynook plan for future growth

Public consultation on the plan runs from 8 June to 8 July.

Events

29 Jan 2026 - 26 Nov 2026

From the Author's mouth

Engage in discussions over tea and coffee, in a welcoming space for everyone to join.

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...