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Beaches 7 Mar 2016

The Secrets of Tāwharanui

It’s been a mystery for many years. Who is buried in the graves at Matatūahu Point?

Community 2 Mar 2016

Small but perfectly formed

Kaukapakapa Library, one of the smallest libraries in NZ, was included in a recent BBC radio documentary on tiny book-lending institutions.

Environment 25 Feb 2016

Goat Island... not what it used to be

Latest monitoring shows crayfish and snapper numbers at Goat Island are less than when reserve first created.

Plans / Projects 26 Nov 2015

North Rodney council proposed

The Northern Action Group (NAG) has applied to the Local Government Commission to create a North Rodney Unitary Council.

Environment 17 Nov 2015

Awards open to Auckland farmers

Auckland Council has partnered with the New Zealand Farm Environment Trust, so that the region’s farmers and horticulturists are eligible to enter the 2016 Ballance Farm Environment Awards – with entries open until 31 October.

Community 28 Oct 2015

Running for Auckland Council?

Want to be more directly involved in decisions that will help make Auckland a great place to live? Consider running as a candidate in the next council elections.

Community 21 Oct 2015

Riverhead locals step up

Riverhead locals are transforming unused space into a new walkway.

Community 21 Oct 2015

Spend a day in Warkworth

Just a 45-minute drive from central Auckland, the Warkworth region is the perfect destination for a day trip.

Events

28 Jun 2026 - 29 Nov 2026

Ōrewa Artisan Market

Come along and find New Zealand made and handmade quality artisanal products.

28 Sep 2026

Dino Play with Messy Rainbows

A fun, safe space, where sensory seekers can let their creativity run wild! 

30 Sep 2026

Empower Her Retreat

Join us for an unforgettable day specially designed to strengthen and build resilience and wellbe...

30 Sep 2026 - 07 Oct 2026

A Touch of Edmonds at Couldrey House

Come along to wander through the past and discover how a staple of Aotearoa New Zealand kitchens...

02 Oct 2026

Mahurangi Harbour 60 Years of Oyster Farming

Hear first-hand insights from long-time oyster farmers Dianne and Dave Morgan, and Jon Nicholson,...

02 Oct 2026

Picnic and play: Wild streets of play

A free day full of outdoor games and playful activities for all ages!

03 Oct 2026

Stories from the past

Come to Whangaparaoa Library and listen to the stories from the past.

04 Oct 2026

Tē Kete Kai o Kaipara

At this event, you'll learn about early fishing, cultivation and tikanga practices.