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North Shore Ward residents encouraged to have their say on Auckland’s Annual Plan
People living across the North Shore Ward are being encouraged to share their views on Auckland Council’s Annual Plan 2026/2027.
Banded rail chicks making a big splash in Kaipātiki
Kaipātiki’s wetlands are buzzing with exciting news. The rare banded rail (moho pererū) has successfully bred right here in Beach Haven.
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.
Make the most of Rosedale Park
Keen for a walk, a weekend game, or a way to give back to nature? Rosedale Park has plenty of reasons to get outdoors.
Sidelines Playbox brings new play opportunities for fun at Birkenhead United Football Club
Tamariki and whānau visiting Birkenhead United Football Club now have more ways to play, thanks to a Sidelines Playbox delivered by the Kaipātiki Local Board.
Ngā Wairau through my lens
A new competition is inviting youth and rangatahi to share their own perspective on Wairau through photography
Your community, your opportunities, backed by Kaipātiki Local Board
Through local community house programmes, supported by Kaipātiki Local Board investment, beach Haven resident Karl Nebbeling found connection, new skills and a new direction close to home.
Thousands of native plants strengthen local reserves in Devonport-Takapuna
A successful planting season has been completed, with 7,891 native plants recently established across 24 reserves throughout the Devonport-Takapuna Local Board area.
Events
Coffee cake and conversation
Join us at the library for a delightful gathering over coffee, engaging conversations, and an opp...
Make an outdoor Wine Cap Mushroom patch
Join Sarah Williams for an informative workshop on how to grow King Stropharia mushroom.
Death Cafe - Takapuna
Death Cafe is an international initiative that aims to increase awareness of death and help peopl...
North Shore Signers Club - Birkenhead Library
Join our meet-ups to practice signing and meet NZSL community!
An introduction to local native birds
Join long-standing Kaipātiki Project volunteer, and bird enthusiast, Isabel Morris at the EcoHub...
The Worm
A little worm goes on an epic adventure! Can one tiny worm wriggle his way past dastardly critter...
Artist Talk — Janet Mazenier
Come along for an evening with Janet Mazenier, hosted by the Friends of Takapuna Library.
The Magic of Glowworms
Enjoy fun facts, photos, and a chance to connect with one of New Zealand’s most enchanting natura...