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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.

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.

Events

21 Aug 2026 - 19 Dec 2026

English Conversation Corner

Practice basic English conversation skills and make new friends.

24 Jul 2026 - 25 Sep 2026

Jiggle and Wiggle - Albany

Bring your dancing feet to our preschool session on Friday mornings.

16 Jan 2026 - 18 Dec 2026

Brightside Spinners

A friendly, welcoming spinning group for all abilities — come and spin some yarn, share a convers...

05 Sep 2026

Digital Sovereignty

Learn from Carmen-Lisandrette, a local activist for young people's digital rights.

25 Jul 2026 - 19 Sep 2026

Code Club - Albany

Participants will explore the basics of coding, problem-solving and digital creativity.

07 Feb 2026 - 05 Dec 2026

Taiji Hibiscus' Meditation in Motion

Join Taiji Hibiscus Coast for this peaceful, monthly Tai Chi demonstration in our front courtyard...

06 Sep 2026

Remembering, reflecting, renewing

Honour meaningful memories and gently consider what it means to let go while continuing to carry...

30 Aug 2026 - 20 Sep 2026

One day clay workshops

Join us for our 2-hour one-day clay workshops with tutor Livia Mu on Sunday afternoons!