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Council news 25 Sep 2025

This is my last hurrah!

After three terms on the council’s Governing Body, a term as chair of the Devonport-Takapuna Local Board and six years as a North Shore City councillor, Chris Darby is farewelling local government.

Council news 25 Sep 2025

It’s time to enjoy life. It’s so precious!

An unwanted firework coming too close to her young son’s pram and a dilapidated park structure were the catalysts for Sharon Stewart’s first foray into the world of local politics.

Community 24 Sep 2025

Growing strong together: why local food planning matters for future resilience in Puketāpapa

Kai Resilient Puketāpapa is a community-led project focused on planning for food resilience.

Community 23 Sep 2025

New energy for Ōtāhuhu

Ōtāhuhu’s town centre is set for a refresh, thanks to funding secured through Auckland Council’s Fix and Finish fund.

Community 23 Sep 2025

Ostrich Farm sports fields gain ground

A $1.1 million boost from Auckland Council’s Fix and Finish Fund is helping move plans forward to transform Ostrich Farm into a fully equipped sports field park.

Elections 23 Sep 2025

No voting papers? No problem!

It’s time to vote in Auckland’s local elections, which means you should have received your voting pack in the letterbox by now.

Safety 18 Sep 2025

Compliance wardens boost community safety in Ōrākei

Two council compliance wardens have been assigned specifically to the Ōrākei Local Board area thanks to its funding.

Community 18 Sep 2025

Stepping down after dedicated service to Rodney

Rodney Local Board members Louise Johnston and Michelle Carmichael are stepping down after years of service, leaving a legacy of advocacy and environmental stewardship.

Events

07 Mar 2026 - 04 Apr 2026

Everyday Actions for the Planet: A Conversation Group

Whether you’d like to contribute, listen, or simply connect with others who care about our planet...

07 Mar 2026 - 18 Apr 2026

Free Bollywood Dance Class in Franklin

Free Bollywood classes open to all genders, age, abilities and communities. Share a love for Boll...

07 Mar 2026 - 06 Jun 2026

Casual Drop-In Art Group

The Casual Drop-In Art Group invites school leavers to immerse themselves in a relaxed and friend...

07 Mar 2026 - 20 Jun 2026

Meditation workshop

Experience inner peace and mental clarity through simple, practical meditation techniques suitabl...

07 Mar 2026 - 06 Mar 2027

Cook the Books

Cook the Books is a friendly community group where food lovers come together to share and enjoy d...

28 Feb 2026 - 11 Apr 2026

The Little Leys Classic Film Club

The Leys Institute Little Library’s film club screens famous, influential, and entertaining maste...

28 Feb 2026 - 18 Apr 2026

Front Room

Gillian Appleby and Kelly Reichardt, two Corban Estate Arts Centre based artists, work around the...

28 Feb 2026 - 18 Apr 2026

Kia Manahua Te Wāwāhi Tahā

Kia Manahua Te Wāwāhi Tahā is a group exhibition from the whānau collective initiated by Emiko Sh...