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Northern local boards mark 15 Years of Auckland Council
Auckland Council turns 15 this month! To mark the milestone, we’re celebrating local projects that have made a difference in our communities — see the highlights from north of the Harbour Bridge.
Kaipātiki track upgrades connect families to nature
Beach Haven resident Minnie Leonard says recent improvements to local tracks and paths have made a real difference to her young family's daily life.
PumpHouse thrives with board’s support
The PumpHouse Theatre in Takapuna’s ongoing ability to serve a growing community is supported by the Devonport Takapuna Local Board, which helps maintain the building and keep it accessible to the public.
One-off algae treatment under way at Onepoto Lake
A one-off algae treatment by Kaipātiki Local Board is under way at Onepoto Lake in response to community concerns about persistent algal blooms.
Sidelines Playbox brings new play opportunities to Sunnynook
North Shore families now have more ways to play thanks to the first Sidelines Playbox, delivered by the Devonport-Takapuna Local Board to the Glenfield Greyhounds Rugby League Club in Sunnynook.
Feedback sought on future recreational use for A F Thomas Park
Public consultation about this park on the North Shore runs from 20 October, through to 23 November 2025.
Finally elected! Auckland local elections 2025 results declared
The final count is in and the results are officially confirmed.
UPDATE: final results delayed due to unprecendented volume of special votes
Thousands more votes counted in Auckland local elections
On Saturday morning more than 68,500 votes were cast, bringing Auckland’s voter turnout to 28.8 percent.
Events
Mini Arabic Story Time
Join us every Thursday for Mini Arabic Story Time at Takapuna Library!
Korean/English Rhyme Time
Join us at Glenfield Library for music, rhymes, stories and movement.
Wriggle and Rhyme - Birkenhead
Enjoy mornings of music, rhymes, dance and more.
Terrific Tots
Captivating stories, actions, rhymes, music and bubbles for ages two to four years.
Crochet Club
Make friends, chat, and work on your project while enjoying free tea or coffee.
Page to Future
We invite people of all ages to stop by and share in the joy of reading, conversation and connect...
Book Nook for tweens and teens
Calling all teens and tweens that want to join a fun book club to meet friends and share the love...
Digital Drop-In - Northcote
One-to-one help with anything you need related to the digital world.