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Environment 17 May 2022

Next steps for kauri tracks in Rodney

Track upgrades, hygiene stations and fences are helping in Rodney’s battle against kauri dieback.

Transport 13 May 2022

Motorway closing so bridge can go

The Southern Motorway between Drury and Papakura will be closed 7pm Saturday 21 May to 9am Sunday 22 May to demolish the Park Estate Road bridge.

12 May 2022

Whiri Aroha gifts of love blessed

Korowai have been gifted to Middlemore Hospital's Bereavement Care Service.

Climate action 12 May 2022

Cycling budget controversy misses real point, say councillors

Waitākere Ward Councillors Shane Henderson and Linda Cooper say that headlines criticizing plans for future cycling infrastructure in Auckland missed the real issue, tackling climate change.  

Heritage 12 May 2022

Red letter day as Shadbolt House writers retreat takes step forward

Sixteen years in the making, Shadbolt House in Titirangi has taken a step toward becoming a writers retreat following a decision by Waitākere Ranges Local Board.

Environment 11 May 2022

Waterway fund boosts Franklin environment

Seven Franklin Local Board Waterways Fund grants have been made.

6 May 2022

Waitematā Local Board welcomes new board member

A new board member has joined Waitematā Local Board following the resignation of former board member Adriana Avendano Christie in March. 

Climate action 4 May 2022

Unspent funds used to back Franklin groups

Funds unable to be used because of COVID-19 restrictions have been used to help community groups pursue their aims in Franklin.

Events

02 May 2026

The Sunshine Kid

Described as ‘a joke machine’ by The Telegraph, Jake Lambert's star is rising. 

02 May 2026

World of Fashion: Celebrate Culture on the Runway

Join us for an unforgettable event where culture meets creativity! 

02 May 2026 - 23 Aug 2026

Forever Tomorrow: Chinese Art Now

The exhibition features a powerful selection of works from international heavyweights.

07 Mar 2026 - 06 Mar 2027

Cook the Books

Cook the Books is a friendly community group where food lovers come together to share and enjoy d...

04 Mar 2026 - 05 Dec 2026

Kids' Pokémon Trading Card Club

Come along and meet up with other Pokémon trading card fans.

07 Feb 2026 - 05 Dec 2026

Death Cafe - Avondale Library

Enjoy a group-directed, confidential discussion about death with no agenda, objectives or themes....

07 Feb 2026 - 05 Dec 2026

Taiji Hibiscus' Meditation in Motion

Join Taiji Hibiscus Coast for this peaceful, monthly Tai Chi demonstration in our front courtyard...

03 May 2026

Archaeology week talk

Learn more about what has been found, and what has not been found.