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Community news 12 Mar 2026

Banded rail chicks making a big splash in Kaipātiki

Kaipātiki’s wetlands are buzzing with exciting news. The rare banded rail (moho pererū) has successfully bred right here in Beach Haven.

Community news 12 Mar 2026

Power in numbers: four new road projects get green light in Mt Albert

Mount Albert is set to become a safer suburb to travel around, with more than $800K of transport upgrades rubber-stamped by the Albert-Eden Local Board. 

Have your say 11 Mar 2026

Have your say on fenced dog parks for Hibiscus and Bays

Residents are being asked for their feedback on possible locations for two fenced dog parks.

Community news 10 Mar 2026

Remuera restoration: historic train station gets critical restoration funding

The Remuera train station – one of the most significant remaining suburban railway buildings in New Zealand – is getting key restoration funding after a long delay. 

Community news 9 Mar 2026

Devonport Youth Forum helps Bayswater teen connect with community

For Eva McLean, 18, getting involved with the Devonport Youth Forum has been a way to meet people, support local events, and explore her creativity.

Community news 9 Mar 2026

Friday nights sorted for Waiheke rangatahi

Waiheke rangatahi will continue to have a safe and active place to connect on Friday nights thanks to a $3,000 grant from the Waiheke Local Board to the Waiheke Recreation Centre.

Community news 4 Mar 2026

Franklin farewells Malcolm Bell

Franklin Local Board member, Malcolm Bell is stepping down after 12 years representing Franklin’s Wairoa subdivision.

Community news 4 Mar 2026

Discover Papakura's cultural gems: four must-visit hotspots

Check out our top picks which are all made possible by the Papakura Local Board and start filling your cup with local experiences. 

Events

15 Aug 2026 - 14 Feb 2028

Our Ocean of Islands

A landmark exhibition bringing together Indigenous knowledge systems and cultural practices.

14 Aug 2026 - 10 Oct 2026

Tūturu Kāenga

An exhibition by father and son, George and Brook Konia.

14 Aug 2026 - 10 Oct 2026

Witipū

An exhibition inviting you to reconsider a term that has long been used to describe wāhine Māori...

11 Aug 2026 - 01 Dec 2026

Art Kids

This fun after-school art programme introduces children to different cultures and places through...

11 Aug 2026 - 01 Dec 2026

Light volleyball

A fun and accessible twist on traditional volleyball.

11 Aug 2026 - 01 Dec 2026

Squad180

Join the Squad180 team for a gentle yet effective workout designed to strengthen the body, improv...

11 Aug 2026 - 08 Dec 2026

Aroha Tai Chi

This welcoming class is a wonderful way to improve mobility, reduce stress, and connect with othe...

08 Aug 2026 - 01 Nov 2026

Jeena Shin & Jamie Te Heuheu: Moving through time

This exhibition presents a dialogue between Aotearoa-based painters Jeena Shin (South Korea) and...