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Community 2 Dec 2019

New community forum for Hibiscus and Bays residents

Open to the public, community forums are a new addition to the local board structure for this term.

Beaches 18 Oct 2019

Temporary public health warning issued at Browns Bay

Auckland Council and Watercare have placed a temporary public health warning at Browns Bay beach.

Plans / Projects 11 Oct 2019

Safety improvements set for Oteha Valley Road

A new pedestrian crossing with traffic lights is set for Oteha Valley Road as part of several plans to improve road safety in the area.

Walkways 2 Oct 2019

Popular Paremoremo walkway reopened

The Swimming Hole Walkway in Paremoremo Scenic Reserve has been improved and reopened to the public.

Transport 16 Aug 2019

Local board funds road safety improvements in Albany

A long-awaited roading project in Albany has been given the go-ahead to proceed.

Plans / Projects 9 Aug 2019

Safety improvements planned for roads in Albany

A long-awaited roadwork project in Albany has been given the go-ahead to relieve congestion and improve safety in the area.

Community 2 Aug 2019

Green light for Hatfields Beach playground

Hibiscus and Bays Local Board has approved the design for a new playground at Hatfields Beach.

Community 31 Jul 2019

Papakura's swimming pools go solar

New Zealand’s largest solar-powered swimming pool heating system is now in place at Massey Aquatic Centre.

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BrainCharge - North

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12 Feb 2026 - 10 Dec 2026

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12 Feb 2026 - 17 Dec 2026

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09 Oct 2025 - 30 Jun 2026

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24 Apr 2026 - 03 Jul 2026

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13 Feb 2026 - 11 Dec 2026

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16 Jan 2026 - 18 Dec 2026

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