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Community news 12 Mar 2026

Power in numbers: four new road projects get green light in Mt Albert

Mount Albert is set to become a safer suburb to travel around, with more than $800K of transport upgrades rubber-stamped by the Albert-Eden Local Board. 

Have your say 11 Mar 2026

Have your say on fenced dog parks for Hibiscus and Bays

Residents are being asked for their feedback on possible locations for two fenced dog parks.

Community news 10 Mar 2026

Remuera restoration: historic train station gets critical restoration funding

The Remuera train station – one of the most significant remaining suburban railway buildings in New Zealand – is getting key restoration funding after a long delay. 

Community 9 Mar 2026

Howick Library temporary closure and pop-up service

Howick Library and the adjacent Fencible Lounge will close for a major renewal from February, with temporary services in place to keep the community connected while improvements are made.

Community news 9 Mar 2026

Devonport Youth Forum helps Bayswater teen connect with community

For Eva McLean, 18, getting involved with the Devonport Youth Forum has been a way to meet people, support local events, and explore her creativity.

Community news 9 Mar 2026

Friday nights sorted for Waiheke rangatahi

Waiheke rangatahi will continue to have a safe and active place to connect on Friday nights thanks to a $3,000 grant from the Waiheke Local Board to the Waiheke Recreation Centre.

Community news 4 Mar 2026

Franklin farewells Malcolm Bell

Franklin Local Board member, Malcolm Bell is stepping down after 12 years representing Franklin’s Wairoa subdivision.

Community news 4 Mar 2026

Discover Papakura's cultural gems: four must-visit hotspots

Check out our top picks which are all made possible by the Papakura Local Board and start filling your cup with local experiences. 

Events

15 Mar 2026 - 20 Dec 2026

The Village Market Helensville Showgrounds

A lively and family friendly market that offers a variety of stalls, live music plus delicious fo...

24 Jun 2026

All That Glitters: The Gala Night

Come and experience the opening of the Auckland Live Cabaret Festival - your perfect sneak peek i...

24 Jun 2026

Author talk: Anna Woods

Award-winning local writer Anna Woods discusses her debut novel, LIT.

24 Jun 2026

Meet Hibiscus and Bays Local Board members

Drop in for a kōrero chat and hear what’s coming up for our community in the Local Board Plan.

24 Jun 2026 - 27 Jun 2026

The Piano Bar

This afterhours playground brings cabaret stars and audiences together in a joyful free-for-all.

24 Jun 2026 - 28 Jun 2026

Champagne Lounge

Raise a glass, feel the vibe and let cabaret’s finest musicians surprise you with pop-up jazz per...

24 Jun 2026 - 28 Jun 2026

Cheeky Cabaret

A genre-bending night out that fuses circus, vaudeville, comedy and new burlesque into one delici...

24 Jun 2026 - 04 Jul 2026

Foyer Follies

Catch a glimpse of the future with our resident Tarot and Palm Readers, bringing a touch of other...