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Playgrounds 7 Jul 2020

Devonport’s new destination playground opened

A new playground has been completed and opened in time for the school holidays at Windsor Park, Devonport.

Arts 1 Jul 2020

Milford Reserve’s new work of light

Visitors to Milford Reserve now see a soft violet hue wash over Beacon and shafts of light beam into the sky from dusk until 10pm.

Plans / Projects 20 May 2020

New concept design endorsed for Takapuna town square

Takapuna locals can now visualise how their future town square will look after the Devonport-Takapuna Local Board endorsed the concept design at its meeting on 19 May.

Plans / Projects 4 May 2020

Construction begins to transform Hurstmere Road

Work to transform Hurstmere Road in Takapuna’s town centre into a more open, vibrant and accessible retail destination will begin this week.

Have your say 19 Mar 2020

Improvements proposed for North Shore’s Lake Road

Auckland Transport is seeking feedback from the community on proposals for a $47M upgrade of Lake Road, Esmonde Road and Bayswater Avenue.

Environment 12 Mar 2020

North Shore's Eskdale Reserve gets full makeover

All tracks within Eskdale Reserve Network are being upgraded to meet new kauri dieback mitigation standards and to enable sections to be used by mountain bikers.

Community 11 Mar 2020

Northern local boards ask for your ideas

Local boards on the North Shore and in Albany are urging residents to share ideas that could improve their communities.

Plans / Projects 11 Mar 2020

Takapuna transformation projects progressing

Projects are underway to revitalise Takapuna, including the Hurstmere Road Transformation project and a new town centre design.

Events

21 Mar 2026

Tongan Culture Night

Enjoy a stunning cultural performance featuring dancers and performers dressed in gorgeous tradit...

21 Mar 2026

World Culture Day Celebration 2026

Come watch, taste, listen and connect - a joyful day celebrating culture and unity.

21 Mar 2026

Zen Tea Experience

Discover the art of intentional sipping, where each cup invites presence, peace, and reflection.

21 Mar 2026 - 22 Mar 2026

Mahi tākaro

Come join Harko Brown (teacher & Māori games expert) as he creates aro-tākaro—implements of play—...

21 Mar 2026 - 27 Mar 2026

Voices of Aroha

The first session focuses on learning each song together, while the second session provides extr...

21 Mar 2026 - 28 Mar 2026

Experience the beat of Africa

Experience the powerful rhythms of West African-style drum and dance and learn about the symboli...

21 Feb 2026 - 21 Nov 2026

Death Cafe

Enjoy a group-directed, confidential discussion about death with no agenda, objectives or themes.

25 Mar 2026

Native Watercress: Rediscovering Our Taonga Species

Join us for an insightful talk that explores the fascinating world of native watercress, includin...