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Albany Ward

Albany Ward News

Community 19 Sep 2016

$144,000 boost for Hibiscus and Bays community projects

Grants have been approved to assist 36 community groups deliver local projects and events in the Hibiscus and Bays Local Board area.

Plans / Projects 15 Sep 2016

Torbay Plaza is getting a facelift

Visitors to Torbay Plaza will soon be able to enjoy a safer, more pedestrian-friendly and attractive centre.

Plans / Projects 15 Aug 2016

Green light for Albany projects

Following consideration of 534 local submissions to the annual plan, Hibiscus and Bays Local Board is carrying out a variety of initiatives that will have direct community benefits.

Community 21 Jul 2016

Nautilus repairs impact Orewa Library and car park

The Hibiscus and Bays Local Board have agreed subject to certain conditions to grant landowner approval and a license to occupy part of the Orewa Library car park for repairs to the Nautilus building.

Beaches 22 Jun 2016

Greenlight for Ōrewa seawall design

Auckland Council is going to seek consent to build a permanent seawall at the northern end of Ōrewa Beach.

Community 2 Jun 2016

Riding bringing smiles to faces

Learn how a community grant has helped one organisation improve community well being.

Community 23 May 2016

Community hub coming to Albany

Upper Harbour residents will benefit from a community facility to be built in Albany later this year.

Transport 28 Apr 2016

New trial reduces traffic speed in Silverdale Village

Early feedback indicates that motorists are reducing their speed when travelling through the area.

Albany Ward Events

22 Mar 2025 - 05 Apr 2025

Culture & beyond

Join us in celebrating our culturally diverse community to share art and traditions within our ex...

14 Feb 2025 - 04 Apr 2025

Friday brain play after school - STEM

Join us every week after school for a range of unique STEM activities, such as coding, robotics,...

14 Feb 2025 - 12 Dec 2025

Bilingual Storytime - Te Reo Māori & English

Come along and enjoy captivating pūrākau/stories from Māori culture and foster a love for Te Reo...

07 Feb 2025 - 12 Dec 2025

Jiggle & Wiggle

Join us for a fun-filled morning of music, dancing, and movement.

05 Apr 2025

Classic arias of Beijing Opera

It is an exciting opportunity to enjoy the drama and spectacle of the Beijing Opera at Whangaparā...

29 Mar 2025 - 05 Apr 2025

Clay critters workshop

Join our tutor Michelle on two consecutive Saturday Afternoons as she assists you in creating an...

23 Mar 2025 - 05 Apr 2025

Belly dance community classes

Join us for traditional belly dance classes in your community.

20 Mar 2025 - 05 Apr 2025

Traditional Japanese storytelling: kamishibai

Our community friend Mami Kay will introduce you to Japanese picture storytelling-kamishibai or '...