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Beaches 1 Jul 2023

Driving on Karioitahi and Muriwai beaches

Driving on beaches in Auckland is not allowed, except for launching or retrieving a boat or emergency situations, unless you have a permit.

Plans / Projects 23 Jun 2023

Local board agreement provides for Rodney residents

Essential community services including libraries and the arts remain a priority for Rodney.

Community 18 May 2023

A helping hand for Rodney environmental groups

Support for community groups engaged in conservation projects in eastern Rodney has gone from strength to strength with the establishment of Restore Rodney East.

Community 9 May 2023

Kumeū Library closes temporarily for refurbishment

A $225,000 refurbishment of Kumeū Library is about to get underway, with new lighting, painting, ceiling and carpet work set to close the library for seven weeks from 15 May to 2 July.

Community 3 Mar 2023

Rodney Local Board office opens in Warkworth

New facility in Elizabeth Street, Warkworth has been blessed and opened.

Have your say 2 Mar 2023

Have your say on tough budget choices for Rodney

With consultation now open on Auckland Council’s Annual Budget, Rodney residents are being urged to give their feedback on proposals that impact the area.

Plans / Projects 9 Nov 2022

Next steps for Puhinui / Warkworth Centre Plan

Warkworth residents are sharing views for a plan to ensure the town is well-designed and meets the needs of the whole community over time.

Council news 23 Sep 2022

Pirrie steps down after nine years of service for Rodney

Colleagues of Rodney Local Board Chair Phelan Pirrie, who is standing down for local politics, say his ability to find innovative ways of doing things, commitment to delivering results and strong community advocacy will be sadly missed.

Events

24 Oct 2026 - 25 Oct 2026

Coral reef creation

Add your yarn / fabric creation to our ever-growing coral reef installation.

24 Oct 2026 - 25 Oct 2026

Tiny art exhibition

We provide the canvas – you make the art! Exhibition will be held as part of Arts in the Ville.

24 Oct 2026 - 26 Oct 2026

Arts in the Ville 2026

An annual festival and art trail in Helensville that celebrates the many local artists in the area.

16 Feb 2025 - 23 Dec 2029

Dementia friendly Sunday

Come for a cuppa and a chat in a safe friendly space.

02 Feb 2026 - 17 Dec 2029

Community singing

Join us to sing songs you know and love in a friendly, supportive setting.

31 Oct 2026

Halloween silent disco

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

14 Jun 2026 - 08 Nov 2026

Death Cafe - Warkworth

Come along for a group-directed, confidential discussion about death with no agenda in a relaxed...

22 Nov 2026

Convergence - Te Pūtahitanga

A mesmerising one hour concert of Piano and Taonga Pūoro music.