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Civil Defence / Emergency Management 2 Sep 2020

Two new tsunami sirens to be installed in Orewa

The installation of two new voice instruction tsunami sirens in Orewa begins today, 2 September 2020.

Environment 1 Sep 2020

Cleaning up Milford’s estuary and beach

Devonport-Takapuna Local Board has committed funding to support a cleaner and healthier Wairau Estuary and beach in Milford.

Community 31 Aug 2020

Grants keep school pools open around Franklin

School pools in smaller areas around Franklin will be able to open to the public over summer thanks to local board grants.

Policies / Regulations 31 Aug 2020

New building consenting legislation changes introduced

New legislation exempting some building work from requiring a building consent under the Building Act 2004 takes effect from Monday 31 August.

31 Aug 2020

Piha surf tower gets green light

A proposed new surf lifesaving tower at the iconic Piha Beach has been given the green light by Waitākere Ranges Local Board following community consultation.

Have your say 28 Aug 2020

Changes sought to Drury plans

Public submissions are being sought as developers seek zoning changes to plans for Drury.

Transport 28 Aug 2020

Franklin roundabout funds welcomed

Funding for a roundabout for a notorious traffic accident blackspot has been welcomed by Franklin Local Board chair Andy Baker.

Plans / Projects 27 Aug 2020

Avondale pavers project saved

A project to replace slippery pavers in Avondale Town centre will be modified so it can continue, Whau Local Board has decided.

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Mānawatia a Matariki

Come along for storytelling from different cultures, performances, workshops and kai.

15 Jul 2026

Māori Cultural Games!

Join Rangiatea for an insight into Māori Cultural Games!

15 Jul 2026

Matariki Memories

Tamariki will create a magical artwork - a small constellation of their own past, present and pos...

15 Jul 2026

Performance by Riqi Harawira

Come along to an incredible performance by Riqi Harawira!

15 Jul 2026

Print with Pasifika Pattern

Join our Samoa tutor Felicia for a creative printmaking session inspired by Pasifika design.

15 Jul 2026 - 17 Jul 2026

Fabric of Play

Come and create something special from upcycled materials and fabric.

15 Jul 2026 - 18 Jul 2026

Eddie Izzard performs Shakespeare’s Hamlet

Akin to the original performances of HAMLET, Eddie will perform on the blank canvas of a bare sta...

15 Jul 2026 - 18 Jul 2026

Out & About Winter Programme - Rodney

Get ready for a fantastic line-up of free winter activities coming to Rodney this season, with so...