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Community 16 Jul 2018

Opinion: Community centre a symbol of our enormous potential

Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board Chair Lotu Fuli explains the historical significance of the Te Puke o Tara community centre and what it represents for Ōtara's future.

Transport 12 Jul 2018

Council's 10-year budget delivers for Devonport peninsula residents

Funding has been secured for a project to improve travel choices on and around the Devonport peninsula.

Community 11 Jul 2018

Cheaper hall hire for council-managed halls in Rodney

It will be cheaper to use most Rodney halls this year after the Local Board set new fees for 12 council-managed sites.

Waste 11 Jul 2018

Council takes illegal dumpers to court

Three illegal dumpers appeared in court on Thursday 5 July.

Sports / Leisure 11 Jul 2018

Budget boost confirmed for Upper Harbour

Upper Harbour Local Board will receive almost $17 million in 2018/2019 for parks, sport, community services, and environmental management.

Walkways 10 Jul 2018

Waiuku community shows the way with trails plan

The Waiuku Walkways Committee has presented a thorough run-down for delivering the initial stages of the Waiuku Trails Plan.

10 Jul 2018

Sodden grounds impact mowing schedules

Howick Local Board calls for patience as wet weather hits mowing schedules at local parks.

Transport 9 Jul 2018

Board gives recommendations on freedom camping

Waiheke Local Board has agreed the island does not have the facilities to accommodate freedom campers.

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25 Jul 2026 - 12 Dec 2026

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26 Jan 2026 - 30 Nov 2026

Rānui Book Chat

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27 Oct 2026

The art of micro macrame: Beginner jewellery making

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28 Oct 2026 - 01 Nov 2026

Songs for Nobodies

Three of New Zealand’s most prominent theatrical forces create an unforgettable production.

28 Oct 2026 - 25 Nov 2026

Water-based woodblock printing

In this five-week course, you’ll be introduced to the fundamentals of this sustainable and low-te...

29 Oct 2026

The food of WW1: Bully beef, biscuits and bullets

Let's take a look at some of the staple food dished up to the men and women who went to fight for...

30 Oct 2026

Specialist drop-in: Throwing from the body

This intermediate-level class explores ways to throw larger forms by working with the body rather...

31 Oct 2026

Highwic Plant Fair

The Highwic garden will be in full bloom, and a wide range of stallholders will be on site.