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Community 19 Nov 2024

New CCTV cameras installed at Mount Albert library

Mount Albert Library has 15 new CCTV cameras in action.

Waste 19 Nov 2024

Over 10,000 tonnes recycled at Waiuku Community Recycling Centre’s 10-year mark

This month, Auckland’s first official Community Recycling Centre (CRC), Zero Waste Waiuku is celebrating 10 years of operation.

Community 18 Nov 2024

Celebrate Christmas with Carols at the Kings

Christmas is coming early for Puketāpapa residents, with the annual Carols at the Kings celebration taking place on Sunday 8 December.

Community 15 Nov 2024

Bike Hub No 14 gets Manurewa rolling

Auckland transport has added the final bike hub to its Auckland network, the Beautification Trust's Dalgety Road site in Manurewa.

Community 13 Nov 2024

Why dog safety education matters in schools

Every year, hundreds of people need medical care for dog attacks in Auckland, leading Auckland Council to unleash a new animal management team to deal with roaming dogs.

Community 13 Nov 2024

Big things happening in bustling Ōtāhuhu

Ōtāhuhu is vibrant with activity, fuelled by the support of the Māngere-Ōtāhuhu Local Board’s grants for an array of community events.

Community 13 Nov 2024

Youth in South Auckland win award for waste saving efforts

1.5tonnes of waste saved from landfills thanks to The Food Hub gang - in Papatoetoe, a great example of locals having the solutions for their community.

Youth / Rangatahi 12 Nov 2024

Live cultural performances landing at Rocket Park

Albert-Eden Schools' Cultural Festival is a popular event where thousands of students from across the local board area gather to showcase an array of performances in front of whānau, friends, peers and community.

Events

15 Jan 2026 - 03 Dec 2026

Knitting Group - Remuera Library

Come along and meet fellow knitters and enjoy a cup of coffee while you knit and talk.

15 Jan 2026 - 17 Dec 2026

Crochet Club

Make friends, chat, and work on your project while enjoying free tea or coffee.

06 Nov 2026

Hands On Ecology series: Rere ki Uta, Rere ki Tai (Part 2)

For anyone keen to learn about restoration ecology through a te ao Māori lens.

02 Oct 2026 - 02 Apr 2027

Te Atatū Food Truck Fridays

Experience Auckland’s longest running community food truck night, with delicious street food, liv...

04 Sep 2026 - 04 Dec 2026

DEANZ Repair Café

An opportunity to repair loved and damaged items for free, helping save money and reduce the amou...

04 Sep 2026 - 04 Dec 2026

Wā Pūrākau Bilingual Storytime

Together, we will explore the joy of pūrākau (stories) through pukapuka, waiata, bubbles and more!

05 Feb 2026 - 04 Dec 2026

Read together

Join in our shared readings, and enjoy a cuppa at Highland Park Library.

07 Nov 2026

Adventure bike playground: Obstacle course edition

Get the bikes out and bring the family to the park for a fun day out.