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Climate action 12 May 2022

Cycling budget controversy misses real point, say councillors

Waitākere Ward Councillors Shane Henderson and Linda Cooper say that headlines criticizing plans for future cycling infrastructure in Auckland missed the real issue, tackling climate change.  

Heritage 12 May 2022

Red letter day as Shadbolt House writers retreat takes step forward

Sixteen years in the making, Shadbolt House in Titirangi has taken a step toward becoming a writers retreat following a decision by Waitākere Ranges Local Board.

Environment 11 May 2022

Waterway fund boosts Franklin environment

Seven Franklin Local Board Waterways Fund grants have been made.

6 May 2022

Waitematā Local Board welcomes new board member

A new board member has joined Waitematā Local Board following the resignation of former board member Adriana Avendano Christie in March. 

Climate action 4 May 2022

Unspent funds used to back Franklin groups

Funds unable to be used because of COVID-19 restrictions have been used to help community groups pursue their aims in Franklin.

Community 2 May 2022

Support given to Manurewa organisations

Manurewa Local Board has made almost $60,000 of grants to groups working the local community.

Environment 29 Apr 2022

A helping hand for Rodney waterways

A Rodney Local Board fund has allocated $232,000 to 23 projects helping clean up local rivers and harbours.

Transport 28 Apr 2022

Increased Public Transport needed to meet growth challenge in Whau, says local board

Whau needs more feeder bus services, an increase in frequency of trains and provision of a park and ride building in New Lynn to meet the challenge of growth in the area, says Whau Local Board.

Events

12 Aug 2026 - 16 Dec 2026

Seniors Group - Te Atatū

Join us for a friendly social group with games, good conversation and morning tea.

22 Jul 2026 - 02 Dec 2026

The Analogue Hour

Read, create and enjoy a quiet hour - together, phone-free.

22 Jul 2026 - 09 Dec 2026

After school homework help/reading

Join us after school for a quiet, welcoming space to learn, read and grow.

22 Jul 2026 - 09 Dec 2026

Brainy Babies

A fun session of music and play to stimulate your toddlers brain!

22 Jul 2026 - 09 Dec 2026

Rhymetime - Te Manawa

Join our Rhymetime sessions with songs, movement and finger rhymes for preschoolers and their car...

22 Jul 2026 - 16 Dec 2026

Wā Pēpē | Babytime - Glenfield

Join us at Glenfield Library for a gentle session of music, rhymes and movement.

23 Jun 2026 - 16 Dec 2026

Digital drop-in - Rānui

Every Wednesday we offer digital help to support digital literacy.

29 Apr 2026 - 16 Dec 2026

Minecraft Club - Helensville

Come and show off your own builds, join in a co-operative adventure and chat about all things cubed.