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Beaches 25 Sep 2025

Dog rule change to safeguard nesting birds at Big Manly and Tindalls

When the first shorebird pair begins nesting, temporary dog access rule changes will be introduced at Big Manly and Tindalls beaches to help protect vulnerable shorebirds.

Safety 25 Sep 2025

Compliance wardens now on Kaipātiki streets

Two new compliance wardens are adding an extra level of safety and compliance in Kaipātiki thanks to a pilot programme funded by the local board.

Arts 25 Sep 2025

A win for history and art in Waitematā

The Sargeson Centre will undergo restoration thanks to an allocation from the Fix and Finish fund.

Council news 25 Sep 2025

Pragmatic, curious and occasionally disruptive

After 18 years serving her community, Councillor Angela Dalton is stepping down, summing up her time in local government as the privilege of a lifetime.

Council news 25 Sep 2025

This is my last hurrah!

After three terms on the council’s Governing Body, a term as chair of the Devonport-Takapuna Local Board and six years as a North Shore City councillor, Chris Darby is farewelling local government.

Council news 25 Sep 2025

It’s time to enjoy life. It’s so precious!

An unwanted firework coming too close to her young son’s pram and a dilapidated park structure were the catalysts for Sharon Stewart’s first foray into the world of local politics.

Community 24 Sep 2025

Growing strong together: why local food planning matters for future resilience in Puketāpapa

Kai Resilient Puketāpapa is a community-led project focused on planning for food resilience.

Community 23 Sep 2025

New energy for Ōtāhuhu

Ōtāhuhu’s town centre is set for a refresh, thanks to funding secured through Auckland Council’s Fix and Finish fund.

Events

02 May 2026 - 27 Jun 2026

Code Club

Explore the basics of coding, problem-solving and digital creativity in a supportive and engaging...

02 May 2026 - 27 Jun 2026

Storytime - Mt Roskill Library

Enjoy stories read by a librarian. Ideal for preschoolers aged 3-5 years.

02 May 2026 - 23 Aug 2026

Forever Tomorrow: Chinese Art Now

The exhibition features a powerful selection of works from international heavyweights.

02 May 2026 - 26 Dec 2026

LEGO and DUPLO Club

Join the Helensville Library team for weekly challenges and creations.

04 Apr 2026 - 31 May 2026

Deep Mapping: how painting can tell stories of the soul of Place by Janet Mazenier

This exhibition will comprehensively exhibit work from the last three years of Janet Maxenier's P...

28 Mar 2026 - 28 Nov 2026

Book Chat - Manukau

Whether you're a lifelong bookworm or rediscovering reading, join us for a friendly chat over a c...

21 Feb 2026 - 28 Jun 2026

English exam preparation classes

Great for those wanting to take PTE, IELTS or OET exams this year.

14 Feb 2026 - 12 Dec 2026

Death Cafe

Our objective is 'to increase awareness of death with a view to help people make the most of thei...