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Community 15 Apr 2019

Albany Community Hub to host first Family Fun Day

The Albany centre will come alive on Sunday 19 May with free music, outdoor activities, games, craft, food and more.

Environment 15 Apr 2019

Waging war on pests in Greenhithe

Greenhithe Community Trust has been working with local residents on a large-scale pest control programme in the area.

Community 4 Apr 2019

Residents invest to extend Hobsonville Point ferry service

Hobsonville Point residents pitch in to launch ferry service trial.

29 Mar 2019

Stream restoration projects underway

Stream restoration projects underway in Stanmore Bay and Browns Bay.

Youth / Rangatahi 26 Mar 2019

Making a splash just got easier at Browns Bay Beach

Decisions have been made about placing pontoons for swimmers around Browns Bay and Little Manly Beach.

Plans / Projects 25 Mar 2019

Local board approves Whangaparāoa Library Plaza design

A new design plan incorporating community feedback has been approved for Whangaparāoa Library Plaza.

Have your say 8 Mar 2019

Have your say on Crows Nest Rise Walkway

Attend a public meeting or go online to find out more about the future of Crows Nest Rise Walkway.

Cycling 1 Mar 2019

Albany's new iconic walking and cycling bridge opens

The newest walking and cycling bridge on the North Shore has opened, giving communities an iconic new connection over the Northern Motorway and directly into Albany.

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,...