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What's coming to Hibiscus and Bays? Five things to watch this year
The community centre in Browns Bay is getting a major upgrade as investment continues in parks, water quality, safer town centres and community events.
What's ahead for Upper Harbour? Here are 5 things to know.
A new library for Albany is moving a step closer, alongside ongoing investment in local streams, parks, pathways and community projects.
Ōrewa seawall project complete, shared pathway open
The seawall provides increased protection for the foreshore from erosion and coastal processes.
Big ideas take shape with local funding across Upper Harbour
Backing community ideas that bring Upper Harbour to life.
From feedback to everyday change in Upper Harbour
Upper Harbour is one of Auckland’s fastest-growing, most diverse areas. Local board plans guide investment that help people connect and belong.
How your voice has made a difference in Hibiscus and Bays
More people are choosing the coast, and local investment shaped by community feedback is creating places to go and things to do.
Auckland Council moves to restore Hooton Reserve for community use
After months of growing safety and environmental concerns, Auckland Council is working to restore Albany’s Hooton Reserve for safe public use.
Grab a spade: Winter planting season kicks off across Upper Harbour
Thousands of native trees and shrubs will take root across Upper Harbour this winter thanks to schools, community groups and volunteers.
Events
English Conversation Corner
Practice basic English conversation skills and make new friends.
Jiggle and Wiggle - Albany
Bring your dancing feet to our preschool session on Friday mornings.
Brightside Spinners
A friendly, welcoming spinning group for all abilities — come and spin some yarn, share a convers...
Digital Sovereignty
Learn from Carmen-Lisandrette, a local activist for young people's digital rights.
Code Club - Albany
Participants will explore the basics of coding, problem-solving and digital creativity.
Taiji Hibiscus' Meditation in Motion
Join Taiji Hibiscus Coast for this peaceful, monthly Tai Chi demonstration in our front courtyard...
Remembering, reflecting, renewing
Honour meaningful memories and gently consider what it means to let go while continuing to carry...
One day clay workshops
Join us for our 2-hour one-day clay workshops with tutor Livia Mu on Sunday afternoons!