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Community news 20 Jul 2026

Lighting up volunteer accommodation

Grant funding from the local board is helping volunteers make a difference at Glenfern Sanctuary.

20 Jul 2026

Twenty-five new chapters added to Papakura’s story

Papakura has adopted twenty-five new park names, shared by Ngaati Te Ata Waiohua, Ngāti Tamaoho, Te Aakitai Waiohua and Ngāi Tai ki Tāmaki.

Community news 20 Jul 2026

How to apply: Waitematā Local or Quick Response Grant

Applying for a local board grant for the first time can be daunting, we want to help.

Community news 20 Jul 2026

Franklin’s freshest playgrounds

Families across Franklin now have three more reasons to get outside with freshly upgraded in Glenbrook, Pukekohe and Patumahoe to satisfy the next playground pursuit.

Community news 16 Jul 2026

Play, ride, explore: Huapai Domain's future unveiled

Exciting upgrades are coming to Huapai Recreation Reserve, with the Rodney Local Board adopting the Site Development Plan.

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.