Hero image

Local

News

Community 18 Jul 2016

The eyes of the god, Tāwhirimātea

In celebration of Matariki Festival 2016 Auckland Libraries has created a short video that tells the story of the dawning of the Māori new year. This story is one version of many different interpretations of Matariki.

Development 15 Jul 2016

Auckland – before and after

Auckland is a city on the rise, and a city that’s changed dramatically over the past decade. It wasn’t that long ago iconic landmarks such as The Cloud, Wynyard Quarter, shared spaces and The Lightpath didn’t exist.

Beaches 14 Jul 2016

Waiheke Island named one of the world’s best islands

Waiheke Island has been selected as the fourth best island in the world and top island in Australia, New Zealand, and the South Pacific by Travel + Leisure magazine’s readers.

Environment 14 Jul 2016

Restoring one of Auckland's rarest ecosystems

You wouldn’t know it, but a council property on Epsom’s Almorah Rd harbours one of the rarest ecosystems in Auckland.

Beaches 13 Jul 2016

Safety precautions help save fisherman

Proper safety precautions and a swift response from emergency services helped save a fisherman who was swept off the rocks at Piha on Saturday.

Arts 12 Jul 2016

A new look arts centre for Howick

On 11 June, Howick’s Uxbridge Arts Centre reopened after a year long redevelopment, realising the community’s vision for a fit for purpose arts and culture facility.

Heritage 11 Jul 2016

Seeking new stories of the old west

The Waitākere Ranges Local Board is seeking original research for a new heritage conference focused on West Auckland’s history, called New Stories of the Old West.

Environment 11 Jul 2016

Apply now for Howick ecology award

Schools with students with a passion for their local environment are invited to be nominated for this year’s Ros Nicholson Award for Native ecology.

Events

10 Nov 2025 - 01 Dec 2026

Wriggle and Rhyme - Takapuna

Join us for Wriggle and Rhyme, a lively 30-minute session filled with music, movement and play.

08 Sep 2026

Blooming English: Speak with confidence for Korean seniors

An intro session for Korean seniors 65+ looking to learn or improve their English.

08 Sep 2026

BrainCharge - Adult Learners’ Week

Join us for an exciting BrainCharge session as we celebrate Adult Learners' Week!

08 Sep 2026

Civic Literacy: Ahead of the General Election

Bring your questions, build your confidence, and gain the knowledge you need to participate fully...

08 Sep 2026

CV Drop-in

Drop in with your CV and get one‑on‑one support to strengthen your job applications.

08 Sep 2026

He Tangata Mātauranga Services for Seniors

Learn how the Services for Seniors booklet porvides helpful information regarding financial suppo...

08 Sep 2026

Learning resources workshop

Learn about a range of free online learning resources, intended for use by learners of all ages,...

08 Sep 2026

Meet the Men’s Sheds team

Come experience the Onehunga Oranga Hub 'Taster Series' happening in the library foyer by meeting...