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Community news 17 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.

Have your say 6 Jul 2026

How we’re delivering for Aotea, guided by locals

The island is home to a range of community-driven initiatives that strengthen resilience, connection, and sustainability.

Have your say 6 Jul 2026

What we’re delivering in Waitematā, shaped by you

From local pools and libraries to new public spaces and youth initiatives, the Waitematā Local Board invests in the places and activities people rely on every day.  

Have your say 6 Jul 2026

Community input behind what we deliver in Ōrākei

At the heart of Ōrākei is a strong sense of community and connection, and a passion for protecting our environment.

1 Jul 2026

Share your views on Manurewa’s future

What are your priorities for Manurewa? Whether it is keeping community houses, accessing rugby fields or local leadership – just posting it on Facebook won’t make much of a difference.

Events

27 Jun 2026 - 26 Jul 2026

New Beginnings: Matariki Art and Photography Competition

Calling all young creatives in Tāmaki Makaurau!

13 Jun 2026 - 30 Aug 2026

East Coast Bays - Community planting days

Join Restore Hibiscus & Bays for our 2026 community planting days across the East Coast Bays on t...

10 Jun 2026 - 07 Feb 2027

Dinosaur Discovery Track experience

A highly immersive educational experience of awe-inspiring creatures from the Cretaceous and Jura...

07 Jun 2026 - 01 Aug 2026

Out & About Winter Programme - Manurewa

Netball Manurewa is the place to be this winter, with a free programme of activities for the whol...

02 Jun 2026 - 31 Jul 2026

Ngā Whetū o te Tau Hou | The Stars of the New Year

Explore the Matariki star cluster and its importance in Aotearoa and te ao Māori.

01 Jun 2026 - 19 Jul 2026

Out & About Winter Programme - East Coast Bays

Get active indoors this winter at East Coast Bays Leisure Centre!

01 Jun 2026 - 19 Jul 2026

Out & About Winter Programme - Ōrewa

Our free programme is packed with a huge variety of activities across multiple sessions.

31 May 2026 - 09 Aug 2026

Cosmologies

Cosmologies brings together the work of Nikau Hindin and Naminapu Maymuru-White into an exhibitio...