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16 Oct 2026

Malcolm Bell remembered for his commitment to Franklin

The council and local board pay tribute to former Franklin Local Board member, Malcolm Bell.

15 Oct 2026

Piha Campground set to reopen for summer

Piha Campground will reopen for the upcoming summer, following a decision by Waitākere Ranges Local Board to support the resumption of overnight camping at the site.

Playgrounds 13 Oct 2026

More ways to enjoy David Lange Park

Volleyball court, outdoor fitness trail, giant play equipment and a youth chill-out zone are now part of the mix at David Lange Park, all delivered in under a year with investment from the Māngere-Ōtāhuhu Local Board.

Community news 12 Oct 2026

North Shore Brass hits a high note

North Shore Brass is celebrating a historic national championship win after a century of music-making.

Community news 12 Oct 2026

Panmure’s town centre regeneration continues

Panmure’s town centre regeneration continues, with the Auckland Urban Development Office (AUDO) taking a development site at 3 Kings Road to market.

Community news 8 Oct 2026

Future options explored for Point Chevalier’s Lions Corner on Raymond Street

Future options are being explored for Point Chevalier’s Lions Corner on Raymond Street.

Community news 6 Oct 2026

Safer and greener waterfront coming to Laingholm

A much-loved coastal spot in Laingholm is set for a refresh after the adoption of a concept plan to make Sandys Parade safer, greener and more welcoming for the community.

Community news 6 Oct 2026

Safer communities

A significant decision for Ōtara after years of community advocacy and 168 formal objections, with residents making their voices heard about alcohol-related harm and antisocial behaviour in the town centre.

Events

31 Oct 2026

Diwali mixed-media collage making workshop

Celebrate Diwali with a colourful mixed-media collage workshop.

31 Oct 2026

Diwali ready-to-use rangoli workshop

Learn to create ready-to-use rangoli. All materials supplied.

31 Oct 2026

Freak Out: Karangahape Road gets its Halloween on

Auckland’s legendary Halloween street party returns! 

31 Oct 2026

Gently Loved Markets Just Kids!

Browse a range of stalls selling preloved baby to kids' clothes, toys, accessories, nursery items...

31 Oct 2026

Halloween at Parnell Library

It will be a BOO-tiful day here at Parnell Library!

31 Oct 2026

Halloween evening

Come along to Glenfield Library for a family evening filled with fun, non-scary activities!

31 Oct 2026

Halloween silent disco

We'll have the silent disco set, as well as crafts and activities around the library to celebrate...

31 Oct 2026

Highwic Plant Fair

The Highwic garden will be in full bloom, and a wide range of stallholders will be on site.