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Community news 8 Oct 2026

Future options explored for Point Chevalier’s Lions Corner on Raymond Street

Future options are being explored for Point Chevalier’s Lions Corner on Raymond Street.

Community news 6 Oct 2026

Safer and greener waterfront coming to Laingholm

A much-loved coastal spot in Laingholm is set for a refresh after the adoption of a concept plan to make Sandys Parade safer, greener and more welcoming for the community.

Community news 6 Oct 2026

Safer communities

A significant decision for Ōtara after years of community advocacy and 168 formal objections, with residents making their voices heard about alcohol-related harm and antisocial behaviour in the town centre.

Zero Waste 5 Oct 2026

Hauraki Gulf Islanders lead on reuse as inorganic collection bookings open

Bookings are now open for annual inorganic collections across Waiheke Island, Aotea / Great Barrier Island and Rakino Island.

Community news 28 Sep 2026

A space of their own

Designed with rangatahi, Awaruaika youth park will bring new spaces to ride, play and hang out in Long Bay.

25 Sep 2026

Piha Domain Campground update

A message from Waitākere Ranges Local Board chair Mark Allen

Community news 24 Sep 2026

Twenty-five new chapters added to Papakura’s story

Papakura has adopted twenty-five new park names, shared by Ngaati Te Ata Waiohua, Ngāti Tamaoho, Te Aakitai Waiohua and Ngāi Tai ki Tāmaki.

Community news 24 Sep 2026

A better place to play at Kohuora Park

A new chapter for Kohuora Park in Papatoetoe, with the Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board helping bring a long-awaited playground upgrade to life.

Events

13 Jan 2027

Loose lines

Take on the challenge of painting big with acclaimed contemporary painter and teacher Emma Smith...

13 Jan 2027

Screen print studio

Learn screen printing from a pro!

21 Feb 2027

People's Triathlon: Race 3 - Maraetai

Take on a sea swim, follow the coastal and countryside bike route, and finish with a run across t...

16 May 2027

People's Triathlon: Race 4 - Mission Bay Finale

Finish the 2026/27 season at Mission Bay Beach on Sunday 16 May with the Barfoot & Thompson Peopl...