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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

14 Apr 2026

Leaf art for kids

Drop in for this free, fun kids art activity where kids will explore many leaf shapes and vein fo...

14 Apr 2026 - 19 Apr 2026

The Worm

A little worm goes on an epic adventure! Can one tiny worm wriggle his way past dastardly critter...

10 Mar 2026 - 08 Dec 2026

Shared Reading at Little Leys

Join our librarians for a relaxed shared reading session.

10 Feb 2026 - 08 Dec 2026

Bookclub

Come along to Remuera Library and be part of our Bookclub.

15 Apr 2026

Make your own flower trading card

Drop in for this free creative activity where kids will create a flower trading card you could ma...

15 Apr 2026

Artist Talk — Janet Mazenier

Come along for an evening with Janet Mazenier, hosted by the Friends of Takapuna Library.

15 Apr 2026

Cardboard Play

Design, build, and play using simple cardboard and big imaginations!

15 Apr 2026

Robotics Fun

Spark your child’s curiosity at our hands-on robotics workshop run by the team from Robogals.