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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.

Zero Waste 5 Oct 2026

Hauraki Gulf Islanders lead on reuse as inorganic collection bookings open

Bookings are now open for annual inorganic collections across Waiheke Island, Aotea / Great Barrier Island and Rakino Island.

Conservation 14 Sep 2026

Growing hope for Kaipātiki’s maire tawake

A community-led trial is giving young maire tawake (swamp maire) in Kaipātiki a chance to show natural resistance to myrtle rust, with support from the Kaipātiki Local Board.

Community news 19 Aug 2026

From baroque music to environmental science, local grants make a difference

Devonport-Takapuna Local Board grants are helping local organisations deliver projects that benefit the community.

Council news 7 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.

Development 27 May 2026

Northcote: a shining example of smart growth 

Inside a decade, Northcote has become a residential community that shows smart growth, in line with Auckland Council’s long-term vision for Tāmaki Makaurau.

Community news 18 May 2026

Sunnynook Scouts set for the future with new community lease

For generations of young people in Sunnynook, Scouts has been a place to learn new skills, build confidence and make lasting friendships.

Community news 18 May 2026

Safer, more welcoming spaces planned for Glenfield town centre

Glenfield town centre is set to become safer, more connected and more welcoming thanks to a series of upgrades approved by the Kaipātiki Local Board.

Events

06 Nov 2026

Hands On Ecology series: Rere ki Uta, Rere ki Tai (Part 2)

For anyone keen to learn about restoration ecology through a te ao Māori lens.

14 Feb 2026 - 12 Dec 2026

Death Cafe - Takapuna

Death Cafe is an international initiative that aims to increase awareness of death and help peopl...

14 Jul 2026 - 12 Jan 2027

Book Chat - Birkenhead

Drop in for a cuppa and a chat about what we've just been reading.

13 Nov 2026

Hands On Ecology series: Puna and Source Papa ki Awataha

Practical skills for restoring private and public spaces.

13 Nov 2026

Introduction to composting

Come and discover how easy it is and what suits you best!

09 Jan 2026 - 11 Dec 2026

Coffee cake and conversation

Join us at the library for a delightful gathering over coffee, engaging conversations, and an opp...

14 Nov 2026

Best Comedy Show on Earth

A stellar lineup of top-tier comedians delivering their sharpest stuff back-to-back.

13 Jun 2026 - 14 Nov 2026

Paper Crafts - Takapuna

Enjoy a relaxed, hands-on workshop where you’ll try a different paper craft each month.