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Auckland Council moves to restore Hooton Reserve for community use
After months of growing safety and environmental concerns, Auckland Council is working to restore Albany’s Hooton Reserve for safe public use.
Grab a spade: Winter planting season kicks off across Upper Harbour
Thousands of native trees and shrubs will take root across Upper Harbour this winter thanks to schools, community groups and volunteers.
Help design the Manly Park playground
Have your say on the Manly Park playground upgrade.
5 ways locals help wildlife in Hibiscus and Bays
Locals are stepping up for nature and protecting native wildlife with support from Hibiscus and Bays Local Board.
5 actions for nature in Upper Harbour
Discover Upper Harbour projects where you can help protect nature and make a difference.
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.
Albany Ward: Have your say on the Annual Plan 2026/2027
A proposed 7.9% average residential rates increase is open for feedback in Auckland Council’s 2026/2027 Annual Plan.
Make the most of Rosedale Park
Keen for a walk, a weekend game, or a way to give back to nature? Rosedale Park has plenty of reasons to get outdoors.
Events
Japanese Storytime
A fun and interactive programme for children aged five and under.
Mixed media adventures
Learn to take creative risks, solve visual challenges and develop your unique artistic voice.
Rhythm & Beats
Rhythm & Beats is a fun and interactive 30-minute session for children aged 3-5 years old.
Essential parenting skills
A session filled with interesting facts, practical information and exciting activities for parent...
Shared reading group
A welcoming space where you can listen or read aloud short stories and poems over tea or coffee
Rhymetime - Ōrewa
Join our Rhymetime sessions with waiata, bubbles, books and movement for pre-schoolers and their...
Oil portrait painting
Learn how to draw the human face with oil paint in this fun class.
Technical drawing
In this engaging and practical drawing class, you will build a strong foundation in the fundament...