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Heritage 5 Oct 2016

Local heritage champions celebrated

“It’s the Devonport-Takapuna board’s hope that these awards will grow, and become an established annual event.”

Plans / Projects 27 Sep 2016

Kaimataara ō Wai Manawa opens in Birkenhead

An exciting new public space with a viewing platform overlooking Le Roys Bush is ready to be opened in September.

Community 23 Sep 2016

Students make their picks for Auckland's leaders

Who will the kids vote for?

Walkways 30 Aug 2016

Wairau Valley wetland and shared path open

A $2.2m council project delivering an improved wetland area, park space and sustainable transport links in Wairau was opened to the public.

Community 28 Aug 2016

Housing for older Aucklanders - Marion's story

With the announcement that Auckland Council is going to redevelop housing for older Aucklanders, we meet some of the people who live in the villages.

Environment 27 Aug 2016

Plans for a predator-free Devonport

Auckland Council's biodiversity, local parks, biosecurity and maunga authority teams are working with the Department of Conservation, the navy and the community to eliminate predators on the Devonport Peninsula.

Community 26 Aug 2016

Housing for older Aucklanders – Paula's story

With the announcement that Auckland Council is going to redevelop housing for older Aucklanders, we meet some of the people who live in the villages.

Walkways 16 Aug 2016

SkyPath partnership gets green light from Auckland Council

Auckland Council's governing body has given the green light to look at a public-private partnership model to fund SkyPath

Events

12 Feb 2026 - 17 Dec 2026

Terrific Tots

Captivating stories, actions, rhymes, music and bubbles for ages two to four years.

13 Feb 2026 - 11 Dec 2026

Tai Chi at Birkenhead Library

Discover calm, balance and strength through Tai Chi!

27 Feb 2026 - 26 Nov 2026

Quiz night

Test your knowledge, challenge your memory, improve your quizzing skills and enjoy a lively night...

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.

03 May 2026

Death Cafe - Birkenhead Library

This is a discussion group rather than a grief support or counselling session.

06 May 2026 - 03 Jun 2026

Chats for carers

Join us for a cuppa, a chat, a catch up with other carers and find out what support is available.

04 Mar 2026 - 02 Dec 2026

Wednesday Book Chat

Share your thoughts, discover new titles, and connect with fellow book enthusiasts.

07 May 2026 - 11 Jun 2026

Inside the Garden: Drawing and Painting from Nature

This workshop is designed to inspire your creativity in a supportive studio environment.