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Community news 2 Apr 2026

Five island initiatives for our environment (and how you can help)

The natural environment of Aotea / Great Barrier is incredibly special.

Community news 2 Apr 2026

Community feedback invited on memorial design at Pukekohe Cemetery

Plans for a memorial garden to recognise the unmarked graves in Pukekohe Cemetery have been released for public comment.

Community news 1 Apr 2026

Onehunga Mall parking pilot to improve access 

A 12‑month pilot to improve parking around Onehunga Mall will start in April.

Community news 20 Mar 2026

Calling all community champions for Papakura

From sports fields to community halls, arts spaces to local reserves, volunteers can be found in many places around neighbourhood, helping it thrive. 

Community news 20 Mar 2026

Get your green fingers ready

A month-long celebration of sustainable living starts from 22 March, with a number of free and engaging events to attend. 

Have your say 20 Mar 2026

Waitematā and Gulf residents: help us decide our priorities

What does the Annual Plan consultation mean for you?

Have your say 20 Mar 2026

Ōrākei, do we have our priorities right?

Why you should take part in the Annual Plan consultation?

Development 19 Mar 2026

Northcote: a shining example of smart growth 

Inside a decade, Northcote has become a residential community that shows smart growth, in line with Auckland Council’s long-term vision for Tāmaki Makaurau.

Events

12 Feb 2026 - 26 Nov 2026

Rhymetime - Glen Eden

Rhymetime is a fun, free session including music, songs, movement, stories, games and finger rhymes.

12 Feb 2026 - 10 Dec 2026

Board Game Afternoon

Play classic and modern games, meet new people, and enjoy a great time together.

12 Feb 2026 - 10 Dec 2026

Create Club

Join us every Thursday for Create Club  a fun and inspiring after school art session designed esp...

12 Feb 2026 - 10 Dec 2026

Rhymetime at the Central Library

Join our Rhymetime sessions with songs, movement and finger rhymes for pre-schoolers and their ca...

12 Feb 2026 - 10 Dec 2026

Wā Pēpe - Baby Time

Bring along your pēpi & enjoy mornings of music, rhymes, and tummy time.

12 Feb 2026 - 10 Dec 2026

Wriggle & Rhyme - Birkenhead Library

Designed for ages 2 years and under, bring along your tamariki & enjoy mornings of music, rhymes,...

12 Feb 2026 - 10 Dec 2026

Wriggle & Rhyme - Whangaparāoa

Wriggle and Rhyme is a programme that promotes active movement and brain development for babies a...

12 Feb 2026 - 17 Dec 2026

Storytime | Wā takinga paki - Ōrewa

Come along to our popular Storytimes with books, bubbles and waiata.