/rss/west-auckland-events/ Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 EST Mon, 06 Jul 2026 08:30:34 EST en Umbraco http://ourauckland-prod-pub.azurewebsites.net/events/2026/07/matariki-movie-night-boy/ In celebration of Matariki, Whau the People invites the community to a free screening of Boy, the iconic New Zealand film by Taika Waititi. This special community event offers an opportunity for whānau to come together, share stories and celebrate the... Fri, 03 Jul 2026 09:49:36 EST http://ourauckland-prod-pub.azurewebsites.net/events/2026/07/school-holidays-te-manawa/ Come along and enjoy our fun school holiday activities!  Sunday 5 July - Sunday 19 July | Scavenger Hunt and Colouring Test your observation skills with a scavenger hunt around Te Whare Tapere/the Children’s Area - can you find all the... Wed, 01 Jul 2026 14:23:51 EST http://ourauckland-prod-pub.azurewebsites.net/events/2026/07/make-poi-and-learn-how-to-swing-it/ Celebrate Matariki with a fun hands-on cultural experience! Create your own poi and learn the art of poi swinging together. This workshop is suitable for ages 6+. Parent help is needed for younger tamariki. Wed, 01 Jul 2026 13:31:16 EST http://ourauckland-prod-pub.azurewebsites.net/events/2026/07/air-dry-clay-animals-in-a-jar-workshop/ Join us to create air dry clay animals in jars! This fun and simple project is easy to make, looks beautifully handmade and can be cherished for years to come. Please bring your own glass jar, as supplies are limited. All tamariki aged 5+ and whānau... Wed, 01 Jul 2026 13:12:06 EST http://ourauckland-prod-pub.azurewebsites.net/events/2026/07/matariki-cookie-decorating/ Come and celebrate Matariki by decorating your own star shaped cookies and creating a simple origami box to take home. A fun, hands‑on activity for tamariki to enjoy while learning about the stars of Matariki and the Māori New Year. Suitable for tamariki... Tue, 30 Jun 2026 15:48:01 EST http://ourauckland-prod-pub.azurewebsites.net/events/2026/07/matariki-star-quest-community-celebration/ The whetū have journeyed from the winter sky into Blockhouse Bay Village and it’s up to you to find them before they disappear! From 27 June to 9 July, whānau are invited to discover the nine stars of Matariki hidden throughout the village and learn the... Tue, 30 Jun 2026 08:32:57 EST http://ourauckland-prod-pub.azurewebsites.net/events/2026/07/it-s-sewing-time/ Dive into a fun-filled underwater sewing adventure and create your very own moana‑inspired plush creatures! This beginner-friendly workshop is perfect for crafty kids who love to create, learn and have fun. Together, we’ll sew adorable sea animals that... Mon, 29 Jun 2026 14:38:36 EST http://ourauckland-prod-pub.azurewebsites.net/events/2026/07/dragonfly-te-kapowai-workshop/ Dragonflies have a special meaning at Hospice West Auckland. Join us at our dragonfly making workshop, where you will learn how to make a beautiful, beaded dragonfly to send away as a keepsake to every family who has lost a loved one in Hospice... Thu, 25 Jun 2026 15:21:46 EST http://ourauckland-prod-pub.azurewebsites.net/events/2026/07/vex-robotics-workshop/ Start your tamariki's engineering journey with this Vex Robotics Workshop!  Build, code and drive - learn the stepping-stones! Please note that this activity is for children as part of the school holidays. Parental or caregiver supervision is... Thu, 25 Jun 2026 15:18:15 EST http://ourauckland-prod-pub.azurewebsites.net/events/2026/07/harakeke-weaving-for-tamariki/ Celebrate Matariki and explore te ao Māori through a hands-on harakeke weaving session led by Whaea Debbie. Learn about raranga (Māori weaving) and its significance within Māori culture and heritage. Tamariki will have the opportunity to create simple... Thu, 25 Jun 2026 14:43:10 EST http://ourauckland-prod-pub.azurewebsites.net/events/2026/07/digital-together-ranui/ Get support with Auckland Council digital services at Rānui Library. We will guide you to log into MyAuckland, show you the range of services available and help you navigate the platform with confidence. Get help with: Access to Council forms and... Wed, 24 Jun 2026 14:30:53 EST http://ourauckland-prod-pub.azurewebsites.net/events/2026/07/school-holidays-kumeu/ Keep the kids entertained with our fun school holiday activities! Monday 6 July, 10.30am Family storytime with fun craft. Suitable for ages 3-7 years. Tuesday 7 July, 10.30am Movie and popcorn - watch a PG rated movie and we'll supply the popcorn.... Fri, 19 Jun 2026 13:52:58 EST http://ourauckland-prod-pub.azurewebsites.net/events/2026/07/school-holidays-avondale/ Join us for Matariki School Holidays! Children must be supervised by parents at all times.  Check our Facebook page for more information. Tuesday 7 July, 1pm - 4pm | Dragon Beats Play Day Learn traditional Chinese performing arts such as dragon... Wed, 17 Jun 2026 14:51:42 EST http://ourauckland-prod-pub.azurewebsites.net/events/2026/05/herehere/ Herehere:  (verb) to tie up, bind, shackle, restrain (noun) a captive, a prisoner, the accused. Tāmaki Makaurau is often described as a meeting place - Tāmaki of a hundred lovers - a site of convergence and desire. It is also highly contested land, a... Wed, 17 Jun 2026 14:23:04 EST http://ourauckland-prod-pub.azurewebsites.net/events/2026/07/organic-gardening-sessions/ Get involved with myriad seasonal organic gardening activities. You’ll learn about: seed sowing and collection propagation growing veggies and herbs managing a pollinator garden pruning an established food forest building healthy soil. You can even... Wed, 17 Jun 2026 13:24:55 EST http://ourauckland-prod-pub.azurewebsites.net/events/2026/07/mornings-by-the-stream-glen-eden/ Join EcoMatters stream rangers Pam and Alanah as we care for one of the beautiful waterways in the heart of Glen Eden. As well as learning about the environmental restoration of our streams, you’ll get to work alongside others who want to see nature... Wed, 17 Jun 2026 11:47:31 EST http://ourauckland-prod-pub.azurewebsites.net/events/2026/06/stitch-and-chat-glen-eden/ Let's stitch knit, sew, craft, crochet, marcrame, create and CHAT!  Bring your own kit. Limited materials provided. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 11:40:21 EST http://ourauckland-prod-pub.azurewebsites.net/events/2026/07/matariki-star-dream-catcher-workshop/ Bring along your tamariki for this Matariki star dream catcher workshop with The Recreators! In this workshop, we’ll use laser-cut cardboard stars to teach simple threading skills. It’s a fun, hands-on activity that helps develop focus and hand-eye... Tue, 16 Jun 2026 12:56:17 EST http://ourauckland-prod-pub.azurewebsites.net/events/2026/07/interactive-circus-workshop/ Join the tīma from Te Kura Maninirau for an interactive school holiday programme full of movement, creativity and fun! As Aotearoa’s first Kaupapa Māori circus, Te Kura Maninirau will support tamariki to explore a range of circus-based activities in a fun... Tue, 16 Jun 2026 12:50:04 EST http://ourauckland-prod-pub.azurewebsites.net/events/2026/07/beeswax-wrap-making/ Join us for a buzzing good time making beeswax wraps with Aotearoa Sustainability Grid! Beeswax wraps are a great way to pack lunches for school and be sustainable at the same time.  All materials are provided, but please note that parental or... Tue, 16 Jun 2026 11:45:53 EST http://ourauckland-prod-pub.azurewebsites.net/events/2026/07/kids-art-workshop/ Looking for a fun, creative and enriching activity for your tamariki during the school holidays? Join Mutu's exciting Kids Art Workshop, where young artists can explore their imagination, develop artistic skills and create beautiful artworks in a friendly... Tue, 16 Jun 2026 11:09:55 EST http://ourauckland-prod-pub.azurewebsites.net/events/2026/07/diy-sensory-kit-workshop/ Come and DIY your very own Matariki sensory kit with Messy Rainbows! In this session, tamariki will colour their own rice, craft the nine whetū of Matariki - each with its own meaning - and personalise their kit with a range of fun accessories and... Tue, 16 Jun 2026 10:05:06 EST http://ourauckland-prod-pub.azurewebsites.net/events/2026/07/kai-and-te-taiao/ Matariki is a time to celebrate with kai (food), gather, and reflect on te taiao (the environment), making it a perfect opportunity to practice sustainability by reducing food waste.  Join Wei for this Love Food Hate Waste - Matariki whānau friendly... Tue, 16 Jun 2026 08:53:46 EST http://ourauckland-prod-pub.azurewebsites.net/events/2026/07/3d-native-bird-craft/ In this fun and creative workshop, kids will make their own 3D artwork inspired by native birds. Using bird templates as a starting point, they will decorate their designs with fabric, paint, magazines, and a variety of craft materials to add colour and... Tue, 16 Jun 2026 08:44:39 EST http://ourauckland-prod-pub.azurewebsites.net/events/2026/07/weaving-for-tamariki/ Explore te ao Māori and the art of Raranga in this creative and educational session, making flowers and bracelets using traditional harakeke weaving techniques. Please note that this activity is for tamariki over seven years old with adult or caregiver... Mon, 15 Jun 2026 15:43:29 EST http://ourauckland-prod-pub.azurewebsites.net/events/2026/07/school-holidays-with-auckland-council-pools-and-leisure/ Give your kids an unforgettable winter break filled with fun, adventure and new friendships at our Auckland Council Pools and Leisure School Holiday Programme! These winter holidays, we’ve lined up the perfect mix of cosy indoor activities, exciting... Mon, 15 Jun 2026 09:54:40 EST http://ourauckland-prod-pub.azurewebsites.net/events/2026/07/school-holidays-blockhouse-bay/ Enjoy our fun school holiday activities!Wishing Star Bottles | Tuesday 7 July, 2pm Make nine tiny origami stars to hold your Matariki wishes and save them in a treasure bottle. Young children will need an adult to help them. Kauri Virtual Reality... Fri, 12 Jun 2026 08:55:04 EST http://ourauckland-prod-pub.azurewebsites.net/events/2026/07/rumpelstiltskin/ Join us in the first week of the July school holidays on a magical quest where you will meet a boastful father, his brave daughter, a greedy king, a mysterious imp and maybe even a yeti! Following on from their hit show Hansel and Gretel, and after a... Thu, 11 Jun 2026 08:29:13 EST http://ourauckland-prod-pub.azurewebsites.net/events/2026/07/school-holidays-glen-eden/ Enjoy our fun school holiday activities! Whanau Movie Time | Saturday 4 July, 1.30pm - 3.30pm Spend a cosy afternoon in the library with your whānau and friends, watching a movie and making some fun crafts! All are welcome, no registration required. Love... Wed, 10 Jun 2026 13:33:38 EST http://ourauckland-prod-pub.azurewebsites.net/events/2026/06/braincharge-west/ Specially created for adults, BrainCharge is all about building connections and supporting mental wellbeing. Our sessions are packed with fun, engaging activities that get you moving, thinking and feeling good. BrainCharge will help:  boost brain... Tue, 09 Jun 2026 14:04:47 EST http://ourauckland-prod-pub.azurewebsites.net/events/2026/07/digital-together/ Come along to a free drop-in session and discover how to make the most of Auckland Council’s online services. Our team will guide you through logging into MyAuckland, show you the range of services available and help you navigate the platform with... Tue, 09 Jun 2026 10:21:31 EST http://ourauckland-prod-pub.azurewebsites.net/events/2026/07/chitty-chitty-bang-bang-jr/ Take a fantastic musical adventure with a magical car that flies through the air and sails the seas. Eccentric inventor, Caractacus Potts, sets about restoring an old race car with the help of his children, Jeremy and Jemima. They soon discover the car is... Thu, 04 Jun 2026 15:24:14 EST http://ourauckland-prod-pub.azurewebsites.net/events/2026/07/pakeke-harakeke-weaving/ Join us for a creative adult harakeke weaving workshop and try your hand at this beautiful traditional art form. Guided by an experienced weaver, you will learn weaving techniques and create your own piece to take home. Participants can choose to make a... Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:45:56 EST http://ourauckland-prod-pub.azurewebsites.net/events/2026/07/diy-journal-workshop/ Create a personal journal to hold aspirations, wishes and plans for the year ahead. Run by Whare Hau Ako. Wed, 27 May 2026 08:46:31 EST http://ourauckland-prod-pub.azurewebsites.net/events/2026/05/cosmologies/ Cosmologies brings together the work of Nikau Hindin and Naminapu Maymuru-White into an exhibition that generates dialogue shaped by the night sky. Across Indigenous knowledge systems celestial bodies are not distant matter but living presences, they are... Tue, 26 May 2026 10:48:30 EST http://ourauckland-prod-pub.azurewebsites.net/events/2026/05/various-artists-all-the-forest-stands-with-you/ all the forest stands with you traces the entangled relationalities between the human and the more-than-human world. The exhibition brings together artists whose practices connect to a place where whenua, water, air and ancestral presence are not easily... Mon, 25 May 2026 09:15:40 EST http://ourauckland-prod-pub.azurewebsites.net/events/2025/09/free-weekly-yoga-classes/ What to expect A friendly, one-hour Yoga Flow class designed to help you unwind, stretch, and build gentle strength. Each class includes: Centering breathwork and a short guided arrival Warm-up and accessible flow sequence Balance, strength, and mobility... Wed, 06 May 2026 14:28:06 EST http://ourauckland-prod-pub.azurewebsites.net/events/2026/03/harakeke-weaving/ Nau mai, haere mai ki te harakeke weaving at Te Atatū Peninsula Community Hub.  Come on over and get creative with us at our friendly and fun harakeke weaving roopu (group). Bring your own project and materials - whatever you’re working on! All... Fri, 01 May 2026 10:22:31 EST http://ourauckland-prod-pub.azurewebsites.net/events/2026/02/shared-reading-group-glen-eden-library/ Relax and enjoy short stories and poetry read aloud. We share our thoughts as we go along. Tea and coffee provided. All welcome, come and connect with new local friends! Thu, 09 Apr 2026 15:12:05 EST http://ourauckland-prod-pub.azurewebsites.net/events/2026/04/fono-fitness/ Get moving with Fono Fitness!  Join us for our free Fono Fitness classes, where everyone is welcome to exercise in a fun and supportive environment! These low-impact exercise classes are designed for all ages and fitness levels, making it easy for... Tue, 07 Apr 2026 13:25:09 EST http://ourauckland-prod-pub.azurewebsites.net/events/2026/04/knitting-group/ Pop along and knit for those in need. If you are not a knitter, bring along a pair of needles and we'll have you knitting up a storm in no time! Every Thursday, except Public Holidays. Mon, 30 Mar 2026 10:17:16 EST http://ourauckland-prod-pub.azurewebsites.net/events/2026/03/caffeine-craft/ Join us at Caffeine & Craft! Whether you’re an experienced maker or just starting out, Caffeine & Craft is a friendly space to work on your own projects and connect with others. Enjoy a warm drink, a creative moment, and great company. Everyone is... Fri, 13 Mar 2026 14:34:54 EST http://ourauckland-prod-pub.azurewebsites.net/events/2026/01/wonderful-world-of-tiger-worms-workshop-for-kids/ A fun, hands-on worm farming workshop for kids and whānau. Children will meet tiger worms and learn how they turn food scraps into fertiliser. This playful session includes hands-on activities and wiggly worm fun. It suits children aged 3–9 years. Each... Fri, 30 Jan 2026 14:15:53 EST http://ourauckland-prod-pub.azurewebsites.net/events/2026/01/microgreens-workshop-for-kids/ A fun, hands-on microgreens workshop for kids and their caregivers. Children will learn why reducing food waste matters and how to grow microgreens at home. Each child will make a take-home growing kit using recycled materials. This workshop suits... Fri, 30 Jan 2026 14:13:19 EST http://ourauckland-prod-pub.azurewebsites.net/events/2026/01/knitting-circle/ Come and knit at Blockhouse Bay Library! Bring your own knitting needles and wool and join other knitters in these casual knitting group sessions. For all levels. Experienced knitters will be available to help. Fri, 09 Jan 2026 11:14:06 EST http://ourauckland-prod-pub.azurewebsites.net/events/2026/02/caffeine-and-craft/ Do you have a craft project you need help with or just want to be part of a crafting group? All are welcome, tea and coffee provided. Thu, 08 Jan 2026 13:28:15 EST http://ourauckland-prod-pub.azurewebsites.net/events/2026/01/digital-drop-in/ These walk-in sessions are for people from all walks of life to ask questions about their digital devices, whether it be their phone, laptop, tablet, or iPads.  This session is not a class to teach, simply to ask any questions a digital device user... Tue, 06 Jan 2026 11:04:20 EST http://ourauckland-prod-pub.azurewebsites.net/events/2026/01/english-class-for-chinese-speakers/ Want to learn some basic conversational English? Our English class for Chinese speakers is aimed at beginners. They can learn in a safe space with others, making friends and practicing together. 初级英语学习班。 Class starts at 1pm on every Thursday, and finishes... Tue, 06 Jan 2026 10:51:25 EST http://ourauckland-prod-pub.azurewebsites.net/events/2026/02/book-chat/ Do you love talking about the books you've read, or want to discover new books others in the community have enjoyed? Come and join our Book Chat group, where you can share your favourite reads, hear what others are reading, and make friends with our... Mon, 05 Jan 2026 13:59:57 EST http://ourauckland-prod-pub.azurewebsites.net/events/2026/02/waipareira-whanau-support-centres/ Need help? Come down to one of our whānau supported centres, brought to you by Te Whānau o Waipareira! Thu, 18 Dec 2025 14:36:51 EST