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Community 23 Oct 2024

Former mayor and MP returns to Papakura

Former Papakura Mayor John Robertson returned to the area recently, leading a delegation of Waitomo councillors and the district’s chief librarian to check out facilities in the town.

Development 23 Oct 2024

A plan for growth in Auckland’s rural south is coming

The Southern Rural Strategy sets out how the area will accommodate a growing population, while enabling industries like farming and food production to thrive.

Community 23 Oct 2024

Whau Local Board member Susan Zhu steps down

Whau Local Board member Susan Zhu has stepped down from her position on the board.

Community 22 Oct 2024

Old Papatoetoe, new vibes

Find out about the exciting changes coming to Old Papatoetoe.

Health / Wellbeing 22 Oct 2024

Safe space for rangatahi opens in Takapuna Library

North Shore rangatahi (young people) now have more access to support around family violence, bullying and mental wellbeing with a dedicated safe space in the Takapuna Library. 

Development 22 Oct 2024

Birkenhead gets glow up with lighting upgrade

Birkenhead town centre’s streets are now safer and more inviting for pedestrians and motorists thanks to a major upgrade to its lighting systems.

Have your say 22 Oct 2024

Should Waiheke's Esplanade Path be closed to private vehicles?

Waiheke residents are being called to give feedback on a proposal to close a section of the Esplanade Path to vehicles this month.

Community 22 Oct 2024

Flow bowl to roll into Onehunga

Onehunga Bay Reserve will soon feature a brand-new flow bowl, taking its action-packed youth space to the next level.

Events

06 Jun 2025

Foil Arms & Hog - Skittish

A mix of sketch comedy, audience participation and improvisation.

22 Jun 2025

Mozart Piano Concerto in D minor & C.P.E.Bach Magnificat

The concert is conducted by Bach Musica NZ's Music & Artistic Director, Rita Paczian.

19 Sep 2025 - 20 Sep 2025

The Monster in the maze

The Monster in the Maze has been roundly praised by audiences, participants and reviewers worldwi...

21 Sep 2025

World Premieres & Bach

Bach Musica NZ's chorus and orchestra combine to perform Barber's famous Adagio for strings in it...

01 Nov 2025

Singing Workshop

Learn and brush up on essential singing techniques and improve your sound, both as a chorister an...

07 Dec 2025

Best of Bach & Handel

Bach Musica NZ concludes the year with famous music by the two most loved Baroque composers of al...