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Community 9 Dec 2024

Ōtara-Papatoetoe gets new emergency preparedness tool

A new plan is set to empower the Ōtara-Papatoetoe community to better prepare for and respond to emergencies.

Civil Defence / Emergency Management 9 Dec 2024

New tool to help the Whau prepare for emergencies agreed

A new plan is set to empower the Whau community to better prepare for and respond to emergencies.

Community 6 Dec 2024

Maungakiekie-Tāmaki has new emergency plan ready to go

A new plan is set to empower the Maungakiekie-Tāmaki community to better prepare for and respond to emergencies.

Civil Defence / Emergency Management 6 Dec 2024

Albert-Eden has a new emergency plan ready to go

Parts of Albert-Eden were severely damaged during the 2023 floods, and a new plan is set to empower the community to better prepare for and respond to emergencies.

Civil Defence / Emergency Management 6 Dec 2024

Puketāpapa has a new emergency plan ready to go

A new plan is set to empower the Puketāpapa community to better prepare for and respond to emergencies.

Community 6 Dec 2024

Nine-year-old appeals for lower speeds

Nine-year-old boy Caio Maffey has petitioned Franklin Local Board for slower speeds around his school.

Civil Defence / Emergency Management 5 Dec 2024

New tool to help Henderson-Massey prepare for emergencies agreed

A new plan is set to empower the Henderson-Massey community to better prepare for and respond to emergencies.

Conservation 4 Dec 2024

Pest control moves to the next level in Upper Harbour

The Wai Roa ō Kahu / Upper Harbour Pest Management Strategy makes it easier to carry out pest control projects in Upper Harbour.

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18 Apr 2026 - 12 Dec 2026

FAM: Food. Art. Market

Expect a colourful mix of stalls, delicious bites and plenty of reasons to wander the road.

07 Mar 2026 - 14 Jun 2026

Weed Bin Weekends

Get rid of weeds at your local community weed bin provided by EcoMatters.

14 Feb 2026 - 12 Dec 2026

Death Cafe - Takapuna

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14 Feb 2026 - 12 Dec 2026

Hibiscus Coast Writers

Join a friendly community of local writers for inspiration, discussion, and support.

13 Dec 2025 - 12 Dec 2026

North Shore Signers Club - Birkenhead Library

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14 Jun 2026

Fruitvale Stream community planting

Help transform this stream into a haven for native wildlife.

14 Jun 2026

Mindful creative colouring and poetry reading

A calming and inspiring event for all ages. 

14 Jun 2026

Songs of Destiny

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