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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.

Have your say 27 Jul 2023

Speak up Hibiscus and Bays residents about the local board plan

Hibiscus and Bays local board members are asking residents to speak up about priorities for their community during consultation on their draft plan.

Community 26 Jul 2023

Hibiscus and Bays Local Board makes tough call on Kauri Kids

At it's business meeting, Hibiscus and Bays Local Board agreed to fund Kauri Kids Centres until December 2023, before closing them, now that regional funding has been discontinued.

Have your say 13 Jul 2023

Upper Harbour Local Board Plan consultation open

It’s more important than ever to speak up and help shape the future of your community, as the Upper Harbour Local Board releases their three-year plan for consultation.

Have your say 13 Jul 2023

Give feedback on the Hibiscus and Bays Local Board Plan

It is time to hear if residents think that a three-year plan, just released for consultation by the Hibiscus and Bays Local Board, is right for their community.

Youth / Rangatahi 26 Jun 2023

Supporting young people in Hibiscus and Bays

Helping young people make positive changes in their lives and have a voice in decisions that impact them is a priority for the Hibiscus and Bays Local Board.

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

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