Events

Bruce Mason Centre: Morning Melodies - Base Auckland Brass

September 7th, 2026

A long-time Morning Melodies favourite, Base Auckland Brass returns to perform a delightfully diverse programme from traditional brass and ceremonial music to more modern and contemporary tunes. Previously called The Royal New Zealand Air Force Base Auckland Band, Base Auckland Brass are a Territorial Air Force band boasting some of New Zealand’s top brass musicians. The band has been performing for nearly 70 years, both in New Zealand and overseas including the South Pacific, Hong Kong, China, and Gallipoli. This performance is part of the Auckland Live Morning Melodies 2026 season. In its 25th year, this much-loved monthly concert series features a fantastic line-up of brass bands, jazz ensembles, and more. Arrive early and connect with friends new and old over complimentary tea and biscuits before the show.

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Takapuna Library: BrainCharge

September 8th, 2026 - September 22nd, 2026

11:00 am - 12:00 pm

Want to boost your brain health? Join us for BrainCharge at Takapuna Library! Specially designed for adults, BrainCharge is a fun way to keep your mind active. Come along for brain-training activities, meet new people and build connections. Tuesday 8 September, 11am - 12pm Tuesday 15 September, 11am - 12pm Tuesday 22 September, 11am - 12pm

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Takapuna Library: Author Talk - 'Uncomfortable Economics'

September 16th, 2026 - September 16th, 2026

6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

David Schnauer’s Uncomfortable Economics takes a deep dive into New Zealand’s economy, its problems and how we might improve its performance. David is a retired lawyer living in Milford with a passion for the topic and writes about how New Zealand’s underperformance is not inevitable. It is the result of choices — cultural and political — that can be changed. Join David as he talks about how this might be done. Light refreshments served on arrival. Gold coin donation appreciated. RSVP to: TakapunaEvents@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz

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Live Music - Rebekah Innes

September 25th, 2026 - September 25th, 2026

6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

New to the club - Rebekah Innes An acoustic singer-songwriter and regularly performs at weddings, restaurants, and events. Background music and singing from 6pm. Bring your family and friends. Pop down and enjoy listening to Rebakah while having a drink and something to eat. Bar and Kitchen open from 4.30pm. Non members are welcome.

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Takapuna Library: School holiday activities

September 27th, 2026 - October 11th, 2026

10:00 am

Follow Your Dreams these school holidays at Takapuna Library! Join us for creative crafts, family movies, hands-on workshops and lots of fun for young dreamers. POPCORN AND MOVIES (Sunday 27th September, 10 a.m.) Come watch a family movie with us, while eating yummy popcorn! DREAM PAINTING (Monday 28th September, 10 a.m.) Create beautiful artwork with cotton wool and paint FIRE-BREATHING DRAGONS (Wednesday 30th September 10 a.m.) Create your own fire-breathing dragons to take home with you. (n.b. real fire not included!) DREAM CATCHERS (Friday 2nd October 10 a.m.) Build a dream catcher to protect your sleep POPCORN AND MOVIES (Sunday 4th October, 10 a.m.) Come watch a family movie with us, while eating yummy popcorn! SHAMISEN PERFORMANCE (Sunday, 4th October, 2pm- 2:30pm) Enjoy a special Japanese string instrument performance by the Neo Tsugaru Shamisen group. WORRY DOLLS (Monday 5th October, 10 a.m.) Make a Guatemalan Worry Doll to help deal with your problems FLOWER FAIRIES (Wednesday 7th October, 10 a.m.) Make beautiful, colourful flower fairies to take home with you. RAINBOW KALEIDOSCOPES (Friday 9th October, 10 a.m.) Build a shining rainbow kaleidoscope with us. POPCORN AND MOVIES (Sunday 11th October, 10 a.m.) Come watch a family movie with us, while eating yummy popcorn!

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