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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.

Community 23 Sep 2025

Growing strong together: why local food planning matters for future resilience in Puketāpapa

Kai Resilient Puketāpapa is a community-led project focused on planning for food resilience.

Events

16 Dec 2025 - 14 Mar 2026

Pickleball give it a go

Learn the basics and enjoy this fast-growing racquet sport.

16 Dec 2025 - 07 Apr 2026

Zumba

Dance, sweat, and have a blast in a high-energy fitness class.

15 Dec 2025 - 17 Dec 2025

Ghostfield by Foster Group Dance

Ghostfield is a striking hybrid live-digital dance work where choreography, 3D projection and sou...

15 Dec 2025 - 23 Jan 2026

Nathan Homestead School Holiday Programme

Nathan Homestead Pukepuke offer fun, active and creative school holiday programmes for tamariki a...

15 Dec 2025 - 23 Jan 2026

Summer holiday program at Clendon Library

A vibrant summer of reading, creativity and discovery at Waimāhia Library

15 Dec 2025 - 03 Feb 2026

Summer School Holiday Programme with Auckland Council Pools and Leisure

Dive into the ultimate summer school holiday adventure.

15 Dec 2025 - 11 Feb 2026

Community Fitness

Get active, push your limits, and have a blast with high-energy fitness sessions

15 Dec 2025 - 28 Feb 2026

Ako Hoe Waka

Paddle together and experience the thrill of waka on Auckland’s waterways.