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Beaches 25 Sep 2025

Dog rule change to safeguard nesting birds at Big Manly and Tindalls

When the first shorebird pair begins nesting, temporary dog access rule changes will be introduced at Big Manly and Tindalls beaches to help protect vulnerable shorebirds.

Safety 25 Sep 2025

Compliance wardens now on Kaipātiki streets

Two new compliance wardens are adding an extra level of safety and compliance in Kaipātiki thanks to a pilot programme funded by the local board.

Arts 25 Sep 2025

A win for history and art in Waitematā

The Sargeson Centre will undergo restoration thanks to an allocation from the Fix and Finish fund.

Council news 25 Sep 2025

Pragmatic, curious and occasionally disruptive

After 18 years serving her community, Councillor Angela Dalton is stepping down, summing up her time in local government as the privilege of a lifetime.

Council news 25 Sep 2025

This is my last hurrah!

After three terms on the council’s Governing Body, a term as chair of the Devonport-Takapuna Local Board and six years as a North Shore City councillor, Chris Darby is farewelling local government.

Council news 25 Sep 2025

It’s time to enjoy life. It’s so precious!

An unwanted firework coming too close to her young son’s pram and a dilapidated park structure were the catalysts for Sharon Stewart’s first foray into the world of local politics.

Community 23 Sep 2025

New energy for Ōtāhuhu

Ōtāhuhu’s town centre is set for a refresh, thanks to funding secured through Auckland Council’s Fix and Finish fund.

Community 23 Sep 2025

Ostrich Farm sports fields gain ground

A $1.1 million boost from Auckland Council’s Fix and Finish Fund is helping move plans forward to transform Ostrich Farm into a fully equipped sports field park.

Events

05 May 2025 - 08 Dec 2025

Storytime - Warkworth Library

Join us for Storytime: fun stories, songs, and rhymes for the little ones!

24 Mar 2025 - 16 Dec 2025

Wriggle and Rhyme - Parnell Library

A fun interactive session of songs, stories and bubbles for babies and toddlers.

17 Mar 2025 - 15 Dec 2025

Plunket Meadowbank Playgroup

Join us on Monday mornings for some fun, friendship, support, and child-led play.

11 Mar 2025 - 09 Dec 2025

Let's Talk Kids Book Club

Have you ever cracked a secret code, met a talking animal, or traveled to an invisible city? At L...

10 Mar 2025 - 15 Dec 2025

Storytime - Pakuranga Library

Join Pakuranga Library for a fun session of stories, songs and rhymes designed to inspire imagina...

10 Feb 2025 - 08 Dec 2025

Rhythm & beats at Whangaparāoa Library

The librarians will lead a varied programme featuring rhyme, songs, music, and movement.

03 Feb 2025 - 20 Dec 2025

Digital Seniors free tech help for older people at Devonport Library

Learn how to do what you'd like to do with your phone, laptop, tablet or other device.

20 Jan 2025 - 15 Dec 2025

Colour Your World - Adult Colouring

Join us for our friendly adult colouring group to relax, unwind and get creative.