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18 May 2021

Chair role change at Albert-Eden Local Board

The role of Chair for Albert-Eden Local Board will change on 22 May 2021, as per the all-board agreement made at the start of the current term.

Development 18 May 2021

Te Ara Awataha acknowledged for Environmental Leadership

Eke Panuku Development Auckland, along with its mana whenua partners, has been recognised for leading the regenerative design of Northcote’s future greenway.

17 May 2021

A plan for trees on Somerset Road

Two poplars on Somerset Road have declined significantly in health recently, after being carefully monitored for some time, and now require removal.

Transport 14 May 2021

Better transport links urged

Franklin Local Board backs Auckland Transport's Regional Land Transport Plan but wants more done to help connect rural communities and the east of the district.

Transport 14 May 2021

Success for Rodney trial bus services

Two Rodney Local Board trial bus services are meeting patronage targets, so this week Auckland Transport has confirmed that it will fund these from May next year.

Plans / Projects 13 May 2021

Board concerned growth at Drury will impact on Papakura

Papakura Local Board has made wide-ranging submissions into applications for plan changes around development in the Drury area.

13 May 2021

Franklin Local Board gets behind budget

The more focused infrastructure investment approach in Auckland Council’s 10-Year Recovery Budget has been welcomed by Franklin Local Board.

Environment 13 May 2021

Local boards unite for waterway

Auckland's three most southern local boards are coming together with Conservation Volunteers NZ and Healthy Waters to help restore the Papakura Stream, which runs through the Franklin, Papakura and Manurewa areas.

Events

08 Aug 2026

Teen writing workshop - Boggle your brain: Sally Sutton

Never get stuck for an idea again! In this interactive workshop, you will literally pick ideas ou...

08 Aug 2026

The Bays Kids Market

A fun, community event celebrating the creativity and entrepreneurial spirit of local kids.

08 Aug 2026

Winter Sheep Clay Workshop

Tamariki aged 8-12 will learn fun sculpting techniques and use eco-friendly air-dry clay to make...

08 Aug 2026 - 26 Sep 2026

Handmade spell candles

In this course you’ll be taken through the steps to create your own taper candles, tuned to your...

05 Aug 2026 - 13 Aug 2026

Family History Month drop-in sessions

Hibiscus Coast Genealogy Group are here to help guide you to discover your family history. 

25 Jul 2026 - 12 Dec 2026

One cup, one thousand stories

Join these hands-on sessions to immerse in the experience and along the way, gain a deeper unders...

13 Jun 2026 - 14 Nov 2026

Paper Crafts - Takapuna

Enjoy a relaxed, hands-on workshop where you’ll try a different paper craft each month.

23 May 2026 - 05 Dec 2026

Manahua - A Weavers’ Collective

Join the group as they share their journey and weaving practice.