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Have your say 6 Jul 2026

How we’re delivering for Aotea, guided by locals

The island is home to a range of community-driven initiatives that strengthen resilience, connection, and sustainability.

Have your say 6 Jul 2026

What we’re delivering in Waitematā, shaped by you

From local pools and libraries to new public spaces and youth initiatives, the Waitematā Local Board invests in the places and activities people rely on every day.  

Have your say 6 Jul 2026

Community input behind what we deliver in Ōrākei

At the heart of Ōrākei is a strong sense of community and connection, and a passion for protecting our environment.

Council news 2 Jul 2026

Swiss technology trial offers smarter way to reduce waste and protect Auckland’s harbours

Innovative Swiss technology being trialled on Auckland’s North Shore could help reduce thousands of tonnes of sediment waste from going to landfill, while supporting healthier streams, estuaries and harbours.

1 Jul 2026

Share your views on Manurewa’s future

What are your priorities for Manurewa? Whether it is keeping community houses, accessing rugby fields or local leadership – just posting it on Facebook won’t make much of a difference.

1 Jul 2026

Your chance to influence Papakura’s future plans

The bones of a plan have been drafted to prioritise Papakura’s growing needs for the next three years, but now it needs community voices to tell us what’s really important to you.

1 Jul 2026

Help guide Franklin’s future direction

A three-year plan has been drafted for Franklin but it’s only as good as the people who help shape it.Share your feedback from 23 June – 23 July 2026 at AKHaveYourSay. It’s your area so it needs your voice.

Community 1 Jul 2026

Shaped by you: improving Ōtara-Papatoetoe together

The Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board Plan 2026 will help shape what comes next for the area over the next three years.

Events

22 Jul 2026

Wellness talk: Understanding and managing pain

Learn about the common causes of pain, how pain affects the body and practical ways to manage it...

22 Jul 2026 - 25 Jul 2026

Home Made

Five artists, each one exploring their own answer to what home looks, sounds and feels like.

22 Jul 2026 - 19 Aug 2026

Water-based woodblock printing

In this course, you’ll be introduced to the fundamentals of a sustainable and low-tech printmakin...

22 Jul 2026 - 09 Sep 2026

Life Drawing 101

You will develop drawings that convey a sense of flow and life, as well as the weight of 3D form.

22 Jul 2026 - 23 Sep 2026

Wriggle and Rhyme - Albany

A fun session promoting active movement and brain development for babies and toddlers.

22 Jul 2026 - 02 Dec 2026

The Analogue Hour

Read, create and enjoy a quiet hour - together, phone-free.

22 Jul 2026 - 09 Dec 2026

Brainy Babies

A fun session of music and play to stimulate your toddlers brain!

22 Jul 2026 - 09 Dec 2026

Rhymetime - Te Manawa

Join our Rhymetime sessions with songs, movement and finger rhymes for preschoolers and their car...