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Community 26 Apr 2024

Change at the top for Hibiscus and Bays Local Board

Members have split the three-year term in half with a different chair and deputy for each.

Youth / Rangatahi 15 Apr 2024

Give a shout-out to Upper Harbour’s unsung heroes

Nominate people doing great things for the Upper Harbour community.

Youth / Rangatahi 13 Mar 2024

Apply for a grant from Hibiscus and Bays Local Board

Community groups and organisations wanting to deliver projects and events have until 12 April to apply for funding.

Plans / Projects 24 Jan 2024

Ōrewa Community Centre work on track

Essential works to strengthen the Ōrewa Community Centre and replace the roof are in full swing.

Plans / Projects 17 Nov 2023

O Mahurangi Penlink enters main construction phase

It’s good news for Hibiscus Coast residents with Waka Kotahi on track to deliver the vital north Auckland transport link from late 2026.

Community 31 Oct 2023

Grants help Hibiscus and Bays community

Thirty-six community organisations received over $115,000 in the Hibiscus and Bays Local Board grants programme for 2023/2024.

Plans / Projects 31 Oct 2023

Hibiscus and Bays Local Board Plan adopted

Allowing future generations to live their best life in one of Auckland’s most desirable places is the goal of the Hibiscus and Bays Local Board Plan 2023.

Plans / Projects 31 Oct 2023

Local board adopts Upper Harbour Local Board Plan 2023

A focus on community and the environment are strong features of the Upper Harbour Local Board Plan 2023.

Events

14 Feb 2026 - 12 Dec 2026

Hibiscus Coast Writers

Join a friendly community of local writers for inspiration, discussion, and support.

16 May 2026

The power of self-compassion

Why we get in our own way and how to change it. Join professional counsellor Amy Udy for a restor...

16 May 2026 - 20 Jun 2026

French story time

Join us to explore French language and culture.

18 May 2026

AI made simple

This relaxed, non-technical session introduces the basics of artificial intelligence.

23 May 2026

Mystery in the library series

Join a quintet of Kiwi storytellers for a thrilling afternoon.

24 Mar 2026 - 24 Nov 2026

Peninsula Weavers

Join this group to connect with others, make friends, and work on your weaving in a relaxed, shar...

26 Feb 2026 - 25 Jun 2026

The Book League

At our meetings we spend some time discussing the book and then follow that up with book themed a...

02 Dec 2025 - 17 Jun 2026

Cloth nappies, parenting and more

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