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Waste 15 Mar 2022

Annual Budget consultation - waste in Papakura and south Auckland

Auckland Council is proposing a regionwide rates-funded rubbish collection service. For Papakura, this would mean a change from a ‘pay as you throw’ bin tag system to a rates-funded service in 2024.

Environment 14 Mar 2022

Going pest free in Rodney West

Going predator free in the Kaipara has been given a boost following a Rodney Local Board decision to appoint a Rodney West co-ordinator last year.

Plans / Projects 14 Mar 2022

New Warkworth Transport Hub taking shape

Construction of a new park and ride in Warkworth is leaping ahead with the installation of a long line of piles for the interior walkway and a clear outline of the area visible by emerging kerb and channel works.

Transport 11 Mar 2022

Eastern Busway update - AT approves key section

Auckland Transport has approved the proposed busway design between Pakuranga Town Centre and Ti Rakau Bridge including the Reeves Road Flyover.

Have your say 9 Mar 2022

Councillor encourages local input in Annual Budget decision-making

Howick Ward Councillor Sharon Stewart is urging people to provide feedback on Auckland Council’s proposed Annual Budget that sets spending priorities for 2022-2023.

Climate action 8 Mar 2022

Manukau to receive new bus services, increased tree canopy in proposed Climate Action Package

Mayor Goff says investment in the Climate Action Package will help reduce carbon emissions by encouraging more people to use public transport, and create greener, healthier neighbourhoods.

Events

19 Apr 2026

Seed Bomb Workshop

Join us at Rānui Library for a fun, hands on Seed Bomb Workshop as part of EcoFest.

19 Apr 2026

This Love Between Us

Bach Musica NZ welcomes guest conductor Jono Palmer, known for his work with the Auckland Chamber...

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...

29 Apr 2026

Plant a tree like a pro

Come along to this free workshop and learn how to set your garden trees up for success.

29 Apr 2026 - 10 Jun 2026

Intuitive collage on wood

Create a collage portrait on a wooden board; this can be a self-portrait, a portrait of someone y...

01 May 2026

Best Foods Comedy Gala

Expect big laughs, big energy, and the kind of chaos only a packed-out Auckland crowd can deliver.

05 May 2026 - 07 May 2026

Sign Language Week Storytime

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

09 May 2026 - 10 May 2026

Open Art Studios Upper Harbour

A weekend to enjoy art in Auckland’s Upper Harbour.