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Plans / Projects 29 Sep 2020

Hurstmere Road enhancements on track

The Hurstmere Road enhancement project is on track to be delivered in late 2021 as forecasted despite the financial challenges presented by COVID-19.

Plans / Projects 14 Sep 2020

Hurstmere Road now one-way with completion of Anzac and Lake Rd intersections

Auckland Council’s Hurstmere Road transformation is well underway with the completion of the intersections at either end of what is now a one-way road, which will create a pedestrian-friendly retail boulevard within Takapuna’s town centre.

Plans / Projects 9 Sep 2020

Green light for Greenslade upgrades

A project to upgrade Greenslade Reserve will soon enter stage two works later this month following a funding boost from the government.

Environment 1 Sep 2020

Cleaning up Milford’s estuary and beach

Devonport-Takapuna Local Board has committed funding to support a cleaner and healthier Wairau Estuary and beach in Milford.

Waste 18 Aug 2020

Getting from the kitchen to the kerbside

Auckland Council helps North Shore businesses get started on their composting journey.

Mayor 18 Aug 2020

Improved facilities for people walking and cycling across Auckland

Auckland Transport (AT) is delivering the first of a rolling set of initiatives on 20 roads and popular walkways across Auckland to assist with safe physical distancing during COVID-19 Alert Level 3.

Waste 22 Jul 2020

Innovative solution to waste on trial

Auckland Council supports farming innovation that sits at the intersection of regenerative agriculture, zero waste and climate change mitigation

Plans / Projects 20 Jul 2020

Takapuna’s town square design open for consultation

The Takapuna community can now have its say on the proposed design of their future town square, with consultation open until 14 August.

Events

02 May 2026

A family history discovery talk

Join us for a free discovery talk presented by Garry Phillips from New Zealand Society of Genealo...

02 May 2026

Coastal clean-up walk

We’ll pick up rubbish, learn about the rocky coast and explore the rockpools.

02 May 2026

Origins

A stunning array of music exploring how composers transform feelings and stories into sound.

03 May 2026

Death Cafe - Birkenhead Library

This is a discussion group rather than a grief support or counselling session.

03 May 2026

Swap Shop 2026: Kids, teens and adults edit

It is time to swap until you drop. Refresh the whole whānau wardrobe, as this year the whole hous...

03 May 2026 - 02 Aug 2026

Kintsugi workshops

After several sold out workshops around NZ, Ema is bringing back more Kintsugi workshops for all...

12 Apr 2026 - 06 Dec 2026

Book Club

Discuss the book club selection of the month and share what else you’ve been enjoying reading.

20 Apr 2026 - 14 Dec 2026

Rhymetime

Smile as you enjoy music, movement, stories and fun!