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5 top things to do in Hibiscus and Bays
Enjoy affordable summer fun in Hibiscus and Bays with beach days, outdoor adventures, creative workshops and festivals; all backed by the Hibiscus and Bays Local Board.
5 top things to do in Upper Harbour
Discover Upper Harbour with adventures, festivals, outdoor movie, swimming and free fun — all supported by the Upper Harbour Local Board.
Wellbeing through water: Franklin Local Board takes paddle on Waikato River
Members of the Franklin Local Board and Ngāti Te Ata Waiohua on the Waikato River as part of the waka ama programme.
Kumeū Flood Resilience Works Contract Awarded to Yakka Contracting
Yakka Contracting has been appointed to deliver essential flood maintenance across the area
Thousands of native plants strengthen local reserves in Devonport-Takapuna
A successful planting season has been completed, with 7,891 native plants recently established across 24 reserves throughout the Devonport-Takapuna Local Board area.
Progress on track for Franklin paths
One hundred metres of concrete path on Shelly Bay Road is now ready for Beachlands residents to stroll, pace, power walk, strut, march, jog, scooter or bike – just in time for summer.
A new beat dropping in Manurewa
Manurewa is about to turn up the volume with Manurewa Rhythms, a vibrant new event designed by youth, for youth.
More hours for Whau libraries
Come read, play, and enjoy a little extra aircon over summer as two Whau libraries extend their opening hours.
Events
Illuminate Market 2026
Bring your whānau and friends along to this joyful community event featuring market stalls, delic...
Easter Storytime
A great opportunity to encourage an interest in books, while building language and literacy skills.
The Valentina
A family friendly adventure for anyone who’s looked to the stars and imagined the cosmos.
Waiheke Jazz & Blues Festival 2026
Spend Easter on Waiheke with three days of unforgettable live music in stunning vineyard settings.
Make an outdoor Wine Cap Mushroom patch
Join Sarah Williams for an informative workshop on how to grow King Stropharia mushroom.
The Worm
A little worm goes on an epic adventure! Can one tiny worm wriggle his way past dastardly critter...
Best Foods Comedy Gala
Expect big laughs, big energy, and the kind of chaos only a packed-out Auckland crowd can deliver.
Sign Language Week Storytime
A great opportunity to encourage an interest in books, while building language and literacy skills.