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Community 13 Feb 2017

Five more years for Waitākere Community Recycling Centre

Waitākere Community Recycling Centre will continue to flourish after securing a five-year contract with Auckland Council.

Beaches 31 Jan 2017

Karekare Beach named among world's best

Karekare Beach on Auckland’s west coast has been named the second-best beach in the world by Passport Magazine, a gay travel publication.

Community 31 Jan 2017

Upcycling initiative goes from strength to strength

TAT Upcycle creates planter boxes and furniture from heat-treated, chemical-free pallet wood that would otherwise end up in the waste stream.

Libraries 22 Dec 2016

Multipurpose community facility set to become heart of the west

Westgate library and community centre will include library spaces, an interactive children’s area, and digital and creative hubs.

Community 8 Dec 2016

Youth employment champions recognised at Whau Badge Awards

Thirteen local businesses and nineteen local youth were recognised at the Whau Badge awards in Avondale.

Beaches 25 Nov 2016

Operation Speedo aims to keep the west safe

‘Operation Speedo’ is a public safety campaign running in west Auckland this summer.

Educational 9 Nov 2016

How Auckland Council works: A very (very) simple guide

A very simple guide to how Auckland Council works.

7 Nov 2016

Local boards sworn in for new term

Auckland Council's 149 local board members have been officially sworn in to office at inauguration ceremonies this month.

Events

23 Aug 2026 - 01 Nov 2026

Group Show: The Crackling of the Sun

This exhibition moves through constellations and imaginaries, where time fractures, loops and ret...

23 Aug 2026 - 15 Nov 2026

Ruth Ige: The Evocation of Worlds

An exhibition exploring identity, belonging and representations of Blackness.

18 Aug 2026 - 01 Dec 2026

Beginner roller dance

Join the team at Skate Nation for a beginner friendly roller skate!

18 Aug 2026 - 01 Dec 2026

Community Jam

Get together with like-minded locals to make music, share ideas and have a great time.

18 Aug 2026 - 01 Dec 2026

Learn to roller skate

Join the team at Skate Nation and learn to roller skate in a fun and welcoming environment.

18 Aug 2026 - 03 Dec 2026

Fono Fitness - Te Pae o Kura

Join this fun, low-impact exercise class to support your health and wellbeing.

18 Aug 2026 - 15 Dec 2026

Social table tennis

Come along and join our fun and social table tennis group!

18 Aug 2026 - 15 Dec 2026

Synergy multi-sports

Ignite a passion for sport and encourage a healthy, active lifestyle for your tamariki!