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Council news 14 Jul 2026

Ōrewa seawall project complete, shared pathway open

The seawall provides increased protection for the foreshore from erosion and coastal processes.

Council news 7 Jul 2026

Swiss technology trial offers smarter way to reduce waste and protect Auckland’s harbours

Innovative Swiss technology being trialled on Auckland’s North Shore could help reduce thousands of tonnes of sediment waste from going to landfill, while supporting healthier streams, estuaries and harbours.

Have your say 6 Jul 2026

How we’re delivering for Aotea, guided by locals

The island is home to a range of community-driven initiatives that strengthen resilience, connection, and sustainability.

Have your say 6 Jul 2026

Community input behind what we deliver in Ōrākei

At the heart of Ōrākei is a strong sense of community and connection, and a passion for protecting our environment.

1 Jul 2026

Share your views on Manurewa’s future

What are your priorities for Manurewa? Whether it is keeping community houses, accessing rugby fields or local leadership – just posting it on Facebook won’t make much of a difference.

1 Jul 2026

Your chance to influence Papakura’s future plans

The bones of a plan have been drafted to prioritise Papakura’s growing needs for the next three years, but now it needs community voices to tell us what’s really important to you.

1 Jul 2026

Help guide Franklin’s future direction

A three-year plan has been drafted for Franklin but it’s only as good as the people who help shape it.Share your feedback from 23 June – 23 July 2026 at AKHaveYourSay. It’s your area so it needs your voice.

Community 1 Jul 2026

Shaped by you: improving Ōtara-Papatoetoe together

The Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board Plan 2026 will help shape what comes next for the area over the next three years.

Events

22 Jul 2026 - 02 Dec 2026

The Analogue Hour

Read, create and enjoy a quiet hour - together, phone-free.

22 Jul 2026 - 09 Dec 2026

After school homework help/reading

Join us after school for a quiet, welcoming space to learn, read and grow.

22 Jul 2026 - 09 Dec 2026

Brainy Babies

A fun session of music and play to stimulate your toddlers brain!

22 Jul 2026 - 09 Dec 2026

Rhymetime - Te Manawa

Join our Rhymetime sessions with songs, movement and finger rhymes for preschoolers and their car...

22 Jul 2026 - 16 Dec 2026

Wā Pēpē | Babytime - Glenfield

Join us at Glenfield Library for a gentle session of music, rhymes and movement.

23 Jun 2026 - 16 Dec 2026

Digital drop-in - Rānui

Every Wednesday we offer digital help to support digital literacy.

29 Apr 2026 - 16 Dec 2026

Minecraft Club - Helensville

Come and show off your own builds, join in a co-operative adventure and chat about all things cubed.

29 Apr 2026 - 31 Dec 2026

Kids time

Kids under six and their grownups are invited to join the Helensville Library staff for stories,...