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Ōrewa seawall project complete, shared pathway open
The seawall provides increased protection for the foreshore from erosion and coastal processes.
Big ideas take shape with local funding across Upper Harbour
Backing community ideas that bring Upper Harbour to life.
From feedback to everyday change in Upper Harbour
Upper Harbour is one of Auckland’s fastest-growing, most diverse areas. Local board plans guide investment that help people connect and belong.
How your voice has made a difference in Hibiscus and Bays
More people are choosing the coast, and local investment shaped by community feedback is creating places to go and things to do.
Auckland Council moves to restore Hooton Reserve for community use
After months of growing safety and environmental concerns, Auckland Council is working to restore Albany’s Hooton Reserve for safe public use.
Grab a spade: Winter planting season kicks off across Upper Harbour
Thousands of native trees and shrubs will take root across Upper Harbour this winter thanks to schools, community groups and volunteers.
Help design the Manly Park playground
Have your say on the Manly Park playground upgrade.
5 ways locals help wildlife in Hibiscus and Bays
Locals are stepping up for nature and protecting native wildlife with support from Hibiscus and Bays Local Board.
Events
Mandarin Storytime - Albany
A warm and engaging programme for children aged under five.
Wonderful world of tiger worms workshop for kids
A fun, hands-on worm farming workshop for kids and whānau.
Microgreens workshop for kids
A fun, hands-on microgreens workshop for kids and their caregivers.
Wriggle and Rhyme - Whangaparāoa
Wriggle and Rhyme is a programme that promotes active movement and brain development for babies a...
Storytime | Wā takinga paki - Ōrewa
Come along to our popular Storytimes with books, bubbles and waiata.
BrainCharge - North
Discover a location near you and join us for a warm, welcoming wellbeing experience - we’d love t...
Jiggle and Wiggle - Albany
Bring your dancing feet to our preschool session on Friday mornings.
Brightside Spinners
A friendly, welcoming spinning group for all abilities — come and spin some yarn, share a convers...