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21 Nov 2023

Waitākere Ranges maps out plans for next three years

Protecting the environment, supporting local businesses and arts community, and a commitment to strengthening ties with Te Kawerau ā Maki are all features of the Waitākere Ranges Local Board Plan 2023, which has now been finalised. 

Plans / Projects 20 Nov 2023

Board sets direction for next three years

Celebrating the rich diversity, building community and environment resilience, and honouring Māori heritage are all features of the Whau Local Board Plan 2023, which has now been finalised.

Environment 20 Nov 2023

Ecology Festival – from pests to marine projects

The inaugural Aotea Ecology Festival in November 2023 was a success

20 Nov 2023

Boost to events in central Auckland suburbs

Five events in the Waitematā area are supported by event partnership funding.

City Centre Waterfront 20 Nov 2023

Lights, markets, music - 31 days of festive fabulousness begin

More streets, squares, lanes and spaces are bringing festive energy to the city centre this season.

Plans / Projects 17 Nov 2023

Local board supports good work of Rodney’s environmental co-ordinators

Funding has been allocated for co-ordinators who support environmental restoration throughout Rodney.

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 16 Nov 2023

$55,000+ injected into Maungakiekie-Tāmaki community

A total of 24 groups will receive funds for costs such as venue hire, administrative expenses, tools and equipment for activities and events supporting the community.

Events

12 Jan 2026 - 23 Mar 2026

Reading together - Everyday English

A relaxed reading group for improving English through everyday texts like podcasts, forms, news &...

12 Jan 2026 - 14 Dec 2026

Shore Knitters

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

10 Nov 2025 - 01 Dec 2026

Wriggle and Rhyme - Takapuna Library

Join us for Wriggle and Rhyme, a lively 30-minute session filled with music, movement, and play.

17 Feb 2026

Badge making

Join us for a fun, hands-on activity where you can design and create your own badges to show your...

17 Feb 2026

Rongoā Workshops

Glen Innes Library is excited to host a Rongoā workshop with Emma Haslam.

17 Feb 2026 - 26 Feb 2026

Inclusive Storytime

A great opportunity to encourage an interest in books, while building language and literacy skills.

17 Feb 2026 - 31 Mar 2026

Reading to Mango

Spend some quality time with our furry friend Mango as you read your favorite books to him.

17 Feb 2026 - 21 Apr 2026

Stream Care Day

Join us in caring for our precious waterways through hands-on ecological action.