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Community 27 May 2024

Not your dumping ground

People dumping tyres illegally, are cautioned to tread carefully, with possible fines up to $30,000 for offenders.

Environment 27 May 2024

Waitākere Ranges Climate Action Plan consultation open now

Residents in Waitākere Ranges are being urged to give feedback on a revised Local Climate Action Plan that identifies ways to cut emissions and enable community resilience.

Development 23 May 2024

Room with a view: Takapuna community hub design to feature ocean views

Plans to develop a combined library and community hub in Takapuna have taken another step forward.

Environment news 23 May 2024

Funds offered to protect waterways

Applications to Auckland Council’s Regional Waterway Protection Fund open soon.

22 May 2024

Decision for Hunters Corners BID Programme

The Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board will not provide funds for the Hunters Corner Business Improvement District (BID) in the coming year.

22 May 2024

Patrols underway at west Auckland transport hubs

A new operation will see increased visibility of Police and other agencies across some of west Auckland’s largest transport hubs.

Youth / Rangatahi 22 May 2024

Plea for driver care around schools

Winter cold and rain can make children dash across busy roads.

Community 22 May 2024

Councillor sees benefits in funding model

Fairer funding will put the city's 21 local boards on a more even playing field.

Events

10 Feb 2026 - 08 Dec 2026

Wriggle and Rhyme - Manukau Library

Designed for children aged 2 years and under, this free session helps stimulate growing minds and...

10 Feb 2026 - 09 Dec 2026

Read to a Dog

Introducing our Read to a Dog programme! Read to a Dog aims to help children with their literacy,...

10 Feb 2026 - 15 Dec 2026

Babies and Bubbles

Join us for songs, movement and bubbles for developing brains.

10 Feb 2026 - 15 Dec 2026

Ponsonby Playgroup

Ponsonby Playgroup is a friendly place for parents/caregivers and their children to meet and play.

03 Feb 2026 - 15 Dec 2026

BrainCharge for adults

Give your brain a weekly workout at Kumeu Library's BrainCharge sessions.

03 Feb 2026 - 15 Dec 2026

Wriggle & Rhyme at Waitākere

Wriggle and Rhyme is for parents/caregivers with pēpi and pangore / babies and toddlers.

02 Dec 2025 - 17 Jun 2026

Cloth nappies, parenting and more

Join us for this insightful and humorous session tailored for parents looking to make sustainable...

18 Nov 2025 - 30 Jun 2026

Whānau Friendly Exercise Class

Join Matavaine on Tuesdays for a free energising exercise.