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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.

17 Jul 2019

New Watercare pump station connects Albany and Pinehill

Up to 20 million litres of water per day can now flow easily from a reservoir complex in Albany to one in Pinehill on Auckland's North Shore thanks to a new pump station and 2.4-kilometre-long water main.

Plans / Projects 1 Jul 2019

Crows Nest Rise Walkway update

Repairs to the damaged Crows Nest Rise Walkway are scheduled to be completed by the end of the year.

Plans / Projects 29 May 2019

$635,000 aid for Hibiscus and Bays community projects

Community groups in the Hibiscus and Bays Local Board area have received $635,000 in grants since July.

Community 14 May 2019

Play time at Millwater’s new park

A new playground in Millwater is proving a big hit with families.

Events

02 Mar 2026 - 07 Dec 2026

Whangaparāoa Library Book Club

Whether you’re a lifelong reader or simply enjoy a good story, our library book group is a welcom...

15 Apr 2026 - 17 Dec 2026

Wonderful world of tiger worms workshop for kids

A fun, hands-on worm farming workshop for kids and whānau.

19 Apr 2026

Climate-Resistant Gardening

Join organic gardener, Dee Pignéguy, for a practical talk on gardening for a changing climate.

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.

21 Apr 2026

Microgreens and sprouts

The workshop will also cover practical advice on how to avoid food waste in the kitchen including...

10 Feb 2026 - 08 Dec 2026

Reading Revolution Shared Reading

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

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,...