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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

08 Apr 2026

Build Your Own With Bunnings

Bunnings will be back at the library to deliver a hands-on building workshop.

08 Apr 2026

Family tree maker

The special interest group provides drop-in support for members using the Family Tree Maker softw...

08 Apr 2026

Make a clay Easter egg

Make your own Easter egg using air-dry clay and decorate it your way.

08 Apr 2026

Making sun catchers

Create and decorate a suncatcher with the Re-Creators. 

08 Apr 2026

Saving Money

Practical Money saving tips for migrant communities.

08 Apr 2026

Women & Non-Binary Artist Hui: Tracing Desire Lines

This is a creative workshop using print making and mindfulness to explore habitual routes that in...

08 Apr 2026 - 15 Apr 2026

Mischief Makers: April School Holidays at Blockhouse Bay Library

Come visit Blockhouse Bay Library this school holidays to have fun for the whole whānau.

08 Apr 2026 - 16 Apr 2026

Birkenhead Library April School Holiday Programme - Ecofest

Come through to Birkenhead Library for an exciting series of events this school holidays.