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Beaches 18 Oct 2019

Temporary public health warning issued at Browns Bay

Auckland Council and Watercare have placed a temporary public health warning at Browns Bay beach.

Plans / Projects 11 Oct 2019

Safety improvements set for Oteha Valley Road

A new pedestrian crossing with traffic lights is set for Oteha Valley Road as part of several plans to improve road safety in the area.

Walkways 2 Oct 2019

Popular Paremoremo walkway reopened

The Swimming Hole Walkway in Paremoremo Scenic Reserve has been improved and reopened to the public.

Transport 16 Aug 2019

Local board funds road safety improvements in Albany

A long-awaited roading project in Albany has been given the go-ahead to proceed.

Plans / Projects 9 Aug 2019

Safety improvements planned for roads in Albany

A long-awaited roadwork project in Albany has been given the go-ahead to relieve congestion and improve safety in the area.

Community 2 Aug 2019

Green light for Hatfields Beach playground

Hibiscus and Bays Local Board has approved the design for a new playground at Hatfields Beach.

Community 31 Jul 2019

Papakura's swimming pools go solar

New Zealand’s largest solar-powered swimming pool heating system is now in place at Massey Aquatic Centre.

Cycling 30 Jul 2019

New Alexandra Underpass in Unsworth underway

Work is progressing on a new, safer path for pedestrians and cyclists which will provide a link under the SH18 motorway, as part of the NZ Transport Agency's Northern Corridor Improvements project.

Events

20 Apr 2026 - 29 Jun 2026

Japanese story time

Stories, songs and rhymes to support early language learning and cultural awareness.

09 Feb 2026 - 07 Dec 2026

Reading Revolution Shared Reading

Shared reading group  brings people together through great literature to talk, laugh and share.

09 Feb 2026 - 07 Dec 2026

Rhythm & Beats

Rhythm & Beats is a fun and interactive 30-minute session for children aged 3-5 years old.

24 Mar 2026 - 24 Nov 2026

Peninsula Weavers

Join this group to connect with others, make friends, and work on your weaving in a relaxed, shar...

10 Feb 2026 - 08 Dec 2026

Rhymetime - Ōrewa

Join our Rhymetime sessions with waiata, bubbles, books and movement for pre-schoolers and their...

10 Feb 2026 - 09 Dec 2026

Read to a dog

Introducing our read to a dog programme! Read to a dog aims to help children with their literacy,...

03 Feb 2026 - 21 Dec 2026

BrainCharge - West

Discover a location near you and join us for a warm, welcoming wellbeing experience - we’d love t...

22 Jan 2026 - 30 Jun 2026

Digital Seniors free tech help for older people - Hobsonville Hub

Our friendly, police-vetted volunteers are available to provide you with free one-on-one help to...