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Community 26 Jul 2023

Hibiscus and Bays Local Board makes tough call on Kauri Kids

At it's business meeting, Hibiscus and Bays Local Board agreed to fund Kauri Kids Centres until December 2023, before closing them, now that regional funding has been discontinued.

Community 24 Jul 2023

First South Auckland destination playground takes fun to spectacular new heights

Recently transformed into a new epic adventure hub, the Manukau community and residents from across Tāmaki Makaurau can now enjoy Hayman Park playground - South Auckland's first destination playground, featuring the tallest playtower in Aotearoa.

Community 21 Jul 2023

Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board Plan consultation open

It’s more important than ever that residents speak up and let Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board know if the three-year plan, just released for consultation, is right for our community.

Community 21 Jul 2023

The end and beginning of a jubilant era for Jubilee Bridge

Panmure's Jubilee Bridge is closed. The pedestrian bridge is no longer safe. Construction of the new bridge is expected to be completed in 2025. More on the project here.

Community 20 Jul 2023

Local Board Plan priorities: what’s important for Kaipātiki?

Kaipātiki Local Board’s draft plan is now open for consultation, and they are calling on you to share your thoughts on their key priorities to make sure they are heading in the right direction

Community 20 Jul 2023

What are your priorities for the future of the North Shore?

Devonport-Takapuna Local board’s draft plan is now open for consultation, and they need your input on their key priorities to make sure they are on the right track.

Community 20 Jul 2023

The importance of local funding for community groups in Ōtara-Papatoetoe

A small but talented group has reinforced how important Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board funding is for the area’s diverse community groups.

Community 20 Jul 2023

Board makes bold move to build resilient communities on the shore

Two community activator roles have been developed by Devonport-Takapuna Local Board to help build resilient, connected communities across the North Shore and in under-serviced areas and communities.

Events

16 Oct 2026

When It Is Finished + Glimmer

Presented as part of the Tempo Dance Festival.

16 Oct 2026

WHITE NOISE + Oro

A fusion of striking visuals and choreography, live sound manipulation and digital design.

16 Oct 2026 - 29 Oct 2026

Festival of Frights: After Dark Guided Tour

Your guide brings true crime stories and ghostly tales from 1800s Auckland to life.

16 Oct 2026 - 18 Dec 2026

Drop-in ceramics studio

Join us on Fridays to work independently in our fully equipped ceramics studio.

19 Jun 2026 - 18 Dec 2026

Mending Circle

Got a beloved sweater with a pesky moth hole? A favourite pair of jeans with a blowout, or a chil...

17 Oct 2026

Body Story 0.25

This intimate gallery performance traces the journey of a body through moments where the emotiona...

17 Oct 2026

Fitting In: Karangahape GGebi

Contemporary dancers and community performers activate the city through movement, costume and scu...

17 Oct 2026

Intaglio drypoint on tetra pak

This one-day workshop will introduce you to the possibilities of tetra pak!