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Finance 15 Sep 2023

Council grants boost Hibiscus Coast sport facilities

Ōrewa Surf Life Saving has protected people in and around water for over 70 years and now it’s council’s turn with a $2 million dollar grant from its Auckland Council’s Sport and Recreation Facilities Investment Fund

Finance 14 Sep 2023

Multi-million dollar programmes benefit Upper Harbour residents

A total of $14.5 million will go towards Upper Harbour facilities, services and environmental activities this financial year.

Community 13 Sep 2023

Big score for Upper Harbour facilities from council grants

More than $5 million has been awarded to two Upper Harbour facilities from Auckland Council’s Sport and Recreation Facilities Investment Fund.

Plans / Projects 13 Sep 2023

Board agreement delivers for Hibiscus and Bays

Improvements to facilities, services and environmental activities in Hibiscus and Bays are set to receive a $29 million injection thanks to the local board.

Community 23 Aug 2023

New offices for Upper Harbour Local Board

Upper Harbour Local Board business meetings will now take place at Hawiti , 6-8 Munroe Lane, Albany.

Community 7 Aug 2023

Apply for a Hibiscus and Bays grant

Community groups have until 15 September to apply for a Hibiscus and Bays grant.

Have your say 7 Aug 2023

Upper Harbour residents – share your views on the local board plan

Upper Harbour Local Board member Callum Blair is urging residents to make sure the plan meets their needs.

Community 7 Aug 2023

Grants open for Upper Harbour community

Community groups can apply for a grant until 15 September to deliver projects and events in the Upper Harbour Local Board area.

Events

09 Apr 2026 - 17 Dec 2026

Microgreens workshop for kids

A fun, hands-on microgreens workshop for kids and their caregivers.

11 Apr 2026

Eid Carnival 2026

Eid Carnival 2026 features a blend of traditional and modern festivities, including mechanical ri...

02 Mar 2026 - 07 Dec 2026

Whangaparāoa Library Book Club

Whether you’re a lifelong reader or simply enjoy a good story, our library book group is a welcom...

15 Apr 2026 - 17 Dec 2026

Wonderful world of tiger worms workshop for kids

A fun, hands-on worm farming workshop for kids and whānau.

19 Apr 2026

Climate-Resistant Gardening

Join organic gardener, Dee Pignéguy, for a practical talk on gardening for a changing climate.

02 Dec 2025 - 17 Jun 2026

Cloth nappies, parenting and more

Join us for this insightful and humorous session tailored for parents looking to make sustainable...