Hero image

Local

News

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

06 Oct 2026

Rationing 1939-1950: The Household Experience

Domestic rationing began as early as 1939 and remarkably was not fully lifted until 1950, meaning...

06 Oct 2026

Reflections on Auckland's volcanic landscape

Explore the history and future of Tāmaki Makaurau / Auckland’s volcanic landscape.

06 Oct 2026

Tāmariki Uku Workshop: Vegetable Trinket Trays

Come along to learn a new skill and take home a beautiful, handmade piece of art to store your sm...

06 Oct 2026 - 07 Oct 2026

Halloween Beasts

Celebrate the spooky season by creating your own Halloween clay beasts and creatures.

06 Oct 2026 - 08 Oct 2026

Fijian Language Week Storytime

30 minute themed sessions featuring stories, rhymes, singing and dancing.

07 Oct 2026

Crops that shaped the Rodney District

The talk touches on the range of crops that supported early settlement and everyday life, showing...

07 Oct 2026

Flower detective: Draw and discover

Learn the different parts of a flower through a fun, colourful drawing activity.

07 Oct 2026

Highwic Coal Range Baking

Watch as our wonderful volunteer bakers recreate traditional Victorian recipes from the Buckland...