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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 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 23 Feb 2026

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.

Sports / Leisure 16 Feb 2026

Sidelines Playbox brings new play opportunities for fun at Birkenhead United Football Club

Tamariki and whānau visiting Birkenhead United Football Club now have more ways to play, thanks to a Sidelines Playbox delivered by the Kaipātiki Local Board.

Recovery: Milford 16 Feb 2026

Ngā Wairau through my lens

A new competition is inviting youth and rangatahi to share their own perspective on Wairau through photography

Community 3 Feb 2026

Your community, your opportunities, backed by Kaipātiki Local Board

Through local community house programmes, supported by Kaipātiki Local Board investment, beach Haven resident Karl Nebbeling found connection, new skills and a new direction close to home.

Community 18 Dec 2025

Thousands of native plants strengthen local reserves in Devonport-Takapuna

A successful planting season has been completed, with 7,891 native plants recently established across 24 reserves throughout the Devonport-Takapuna Local Board area.

Community 15 Dec 2025

Board funding supports local projects and community wellbeing in Kaipātiki

Kaipātiki Local Board has allocated $180,002 to local arts, sport, wellbeing and community projects across the local board area.

Events

08 Sep 2026

BrainCharge - Adult Learners’ Week

Join us for an exciting BrainCharge session as we celebrate Adult Learners' Week!

14 Jul 2026 - 12 Jan 2027

Book Chat - Birkenhead

Drop in for a cuppa and a chat about what we've just been reading.

09 Sep 2026

Dying Matters Week: Planning for peace of mind

Join Tracy Smith from Harbour Hospice for a special workshop as part of Dying Matters Week 2026.

10 Sep 2026

Adult introduction to 3D printing

This beginner-friendly session is designed for adults who want to learn the fundamentals of 3D pr...

10 Sep 2026

Card making evening

Suitable for all skill levels, this workshop provides a relaxed and welcoming environment to expr...

11 Sep 2026

Civic Literacy - 2026 General Elections

Have all your questions about enrolling and voting answered. You can get your enrolment details c...

11 Sep 2026

Planning for Peace of Mind - Workshop in Mandarin

Join us for a free and welcoming workshop presented in Mandarin by Harbour Hospice.

11 Sep 2026 - 13 Sep 2026

Kintsugi workshop

Learn the magical art of kintsugi with artist Ema Frost in this new workshop.