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Safety 4 Aug 2023

What would you advocate for, Waitematā?

Advocacy is a crucial part of the Waitematā Local Board Plan. Which advocacy topics are important to you?

Matariki 3 Aug 2023

Matariki celebrated with waka ama challenge

A waka ama competition took place in Okahu Bay to bring in the Māori new year.

Community 2 Aug 2023

Albert-Eden's local heroes celebrated

A huge congratulations to all of Albert-Eden's volunteers.

Auckland's Future In Progress 1 Aug 2023

Role with Panuku excites Cr Dalton

Manurewa-Papakura Ward Councillor Angela Dalton is welcoming the opportunity to work with Auckland Council's development agency Eke Panuku.

Sustainability 31 Jul 2023

Local Board Plan priorities: what’s important for Waitākere Ranges

It’s more important than ever to speak up and help shape the future of your community by giving feedback on Waitākere Ranges Local Board’s draft three-year plan.

Have your say 31 Jul 2023

Local Board Plan priorities – Tell us what you think, Rodney

Rodney Local Board’s draft plan is now open for consultation, and board members are asking residents for input on its priorities, so it’s right for their community.

31 Jul 2023

Local Board Plan priorities: what’s important for Henderson-Massey

Henderson-Massey Local Board’s draft plan is now open for consultation, and board members are inviting residents to share their thoughts on the key priorities. 

Climate action 31 Jul 2023

Albert-Eden plans to take the lead in climate action

Is climate action a priority for Albert-Eden residents? Proposed plans to tackle climate change in Albert-Eden will be a major focus for the local board in the next three years, with the community being asked to provide feedback on the proposed plan.

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13 Feb 2026 - 11 Dec 2026

Te Reo Māori Bilingual Storytime

Come along and enjoy captivating pūrākau/stories from Māori culture and foster a love for Te Reo...

13 Feb 2026 - 11 Dec 2026

Wriggle and Rhyme - Central City

Wriggle and Rhyme is a programme that promotes active movement and brain development for babies a...

13 Feb 2026 - 18 Dec 2026

Senior Digital Club

Come and join our Senior Digital Club, a safe space for our senior patrons to learn how to use th...

30 Jan 2026 - 27 Nov 2026

Family History Help

Join library staff and volunteers from the Papakura branch, New Zealand Society of Genealogists o...

23 Jan 2026 - 05 Jun 2026

Come Write-in

Join us for a cuppa and meet other writers and work on your projects!

16 Jan 2026 - 04 Dec 2026

Let's sing

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16 Jan 2026 - 18 Dec 2026

Brightside Spinners

A friendly, welcoming spinning group for all abilities — come and spin some yarn, share a convers...

21 Nov 2025 - 26 Jun 2026

Chair fitness & wellbeing

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