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Pools 1 Oct 2024

Take a deep breath, West Wave’s ‘lungs’ get an upgrade

A major upgrade is happening behind the scenes at West Wave.

Community 30 Sep 2024

Vote for Eco-Friendly Artwork by South and East Auckland tamariki

South and East Auckland kindergartens and primary schools have created art around the theme: Act Local – What's in Your Backyard? Help them shine by casting your vote.

Workshops 30 Sep 2024

Whau Local Board opens workshops to public

Whau Local Board’s workshops will be open to the public from November.

Youth / Rangatahi 27 Sep 2024

Young artists green message on show

Beautification Trust’s annual Eye on Nature children’s environmental education programme is sponsored by Auckland Council and the southern local boards.

Community 26 Sep 2024

Super-sizing speeds up roadworks

A Manurewa accident blackspot is getting 'super-sized' treatment.

Community 25 Sep 2024

Papakura locals get ready for a crisis

Papakura locals are getting ready to respond to an emergency at street level.

Community 25 Sep 2024

South Auckland talent dominates at SUSO

Our local winners truly know how to Stand Up and Stand Out.

Pools 24 Sep 2024

Decision on Olympic Pool lease made

Waitematā Local Board has agreed to the extension of Olympic Pool and Fitness Limited's (OPFL) lease to manage the Olympic Pool and Fitness Centre in Newmarket until November 2034, subject to statutory processes.

Events

10 Feb 2026 - 08 Dec 2026

Think Outside the Box

Join us every Tuesday for Think Outside the Box a fun, hands-on after school drawing session.

10 Feb 2026 - 08 Dec 2026

Wriggle and Rhyme - Manukau Library

Designed for children aged 2 years and under, this free session helps stimulate growing minds and...

10 Feb 2026 - 09 Dec 2026

Read to a Dog

Introducing our Read to a Dog programme! Read to a Dog aims to help children with their literacy,...

10 Feb 2026 - 15 Dec 2026

Babies and Bubbles

Join us for songs, movement and bubbles for developing brains.

10 Feb 2026 - 15 Dec 2026

Ponsonby Playgroup

Ponsonby Playgroup is a friendly place for parents/caregivers and their children to meet and play.

03 Feb 2026 - 15 Dec 2026

BrainCharge for adults

Give your brain a weekly workout at Kumeu Library's BrainCharge sessions.

03 Feb 2026 - 15 Dec 2026

Wriggle & Rhyme at Waitākere

Wriggle and Rhyme is for parents/caregivers with pēpi and pangore / babies and toddlers.

02 Dec 2025 - 17 Jun 2026

Cloth nappies, parenting and more

Join us for this insightful and humorous session tailored for parents looking to make sustainable...