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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

30 Mar 2026 - 02 Apr 2026

ASB Polyfest 2026

ASB Polyfest 2026 is a celebration of 51 years of Polyfest history and this year, you’re invited...

30 Mar 2026 - 11 Apr 2026

The Ice Cream is Melting!

Sprinkled with aerial acrobatics, contortion, ice cream juggling and more, the siblings work thei...

28 Mar 2026 - 09 May 2026

Upon a fragile plane

Upon a fragile plane imagines grief as a liminal space wherein the griever stands at the threshol...

27 Mar 2026 - 26 Apr 2026

Verity Kindleysides: Inside the Garden & Beyond (after Pat Hanly)

This exhibition explores the three-maunga island chain of the Devonport peninsula, linked by jewe...

26 Mar 2026 - 18 Apr 2026

Manurewa lunch and ride

Discover the neighbourhood of Manurewa and beyond on a fun guided ride!

26 Mar 2026 - 07 Dec 2028

Relaxation Dancing Class

Join our dance class, do exercise and keep fit to joyful music!

23 Mar 2026 - 04 Apr 2026

Daily View - World of Cultures

Celebrate the diversity of our community with daily cultural video screenings at Glen Innes Libra...

22 Mar 2026 - 22 Apr 2026

EcoFest

Join the fun as we celebrate nature, sustainable living, and the protection of our natural enviro...