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Housing 12 Nov 2015

Albany development gets green light

Upper Harbour Local Board is welcoming news that a high-end mixed residential and retail development is to be built north of the old Albany village.

Heritage 3 Nov 2015

Biddick’s Bay history revealed

A family’s historic connection with a bay in the Orākei Local Board area has been officially recognised.

Beaches 29 Oct 2015

Government urged to protect our marine environment

On October 29 Auckland Council approved its submission to the government on the areas proposed to be offered for petroleum exploration permit applications in 2016.

Community 28 Oct 2015

Discover Greenhithe

Tucked away on the upper shores of the Waitematā Harbour is the small community of Greenhithe.

Walkways 28 Oct 2015

Project Twin Streams

Gem of the month February 2012

Arts 28 Oct 2015

Fresh Gallery Ōtara

Fresh Gallery Ōtara, an art exhibition space run by Auckland Council and the community.

Youth / Rangatahi 28 Oct 2015

All go at Avondale Central Reserve

The Avondale Central Reserve upgrade is now complete and the reserve is being enjoyed by locals and visitors.

Events

06 Aug 2026 - 04 Mar 2027

Mini Arabic Story Time

Join us every Thursday for Mini Arabic Story Time at Takapuna Library!

23 Jul 2026 - 17 Dec 2026

Korean/English Rhyme Time

Join us at Glenfield Library for music, rhymes, stories and movement.

02 Jul 2026 - 17 Dec 2026

Shakespeare Aloud

Come along and experience the humour, intensity and joy of Shakespeare.

18 Jun 2026 - 12 Nov 2026

Good Yarns

Learn knitting or crochet!

04 Jun 2026 - 10 Dec 2026

Board Game Night - Manukau

A relaxed weekly evening of board games, good company and a bit of friendly competition.

28 May 2026 - 26 Nov 2026

Book chat

Join us for coffee or tea and lively discussion about any book you have read.

28 May 2026 - 17 Dec 2026

Wriggle and Rhyme - Ranui

Our fun sessions foster early literacy skills, promoting active movement and brain development fo...

14 May 2026 - 26 Nov 2026

Movement therapy for mamas and bubbas

A time to release stress, be playful, and create connections!