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Environment 8 Dec 2020

Get in now to book your inorganic collection, Waiheke

Auckland Council is encouraging Ostend/Rocky Bay residents to make the most of the fine summer weather to have a clean out and book their inorganic collection service.

Walkways 8 Dec 2020

Dick Quax memorial honours ‘The Flying Dutchman’

New signs along a stretch of the Rotary Walkway in Pakuranga honouring the sporting prowess and longstanding civic duty of Dick Quax have been unveiled at Wakaaranga Reserve in Half Moon Bay.

Community 7 Dec 2020

More than $300,000 given in Albert-Eden community grants

A total of 85 grants were approved across the Albert-Eden local grant, quick response grant and accommodation grants rounds.

Walkways 7 Dec 2020

Waitākere Ranges track re-openings delight board

News that 11 tracks in the Waitākere Ranges are now open in time for summer following upgrades to make them safe to use and reduce the spread of kauri dieback has delighted Waitākere Ranges Local Board.

Youth / Rangatahi 4 Dec 2020

Child safety a priority in Papakura

Increasing housing developments around Walters Road have left Papakura Local Board members concerned for the safety of schoolchildren using the area.

Youth / Rangatahi 3 Dec 2020

Pair share path for new voices

Auckland Councillor Richard Hills and Franklin Local Board member Logan Soole are among the 12 percent of the country's elected members under 40. Before last year's elections that number was just 6 percent.

Development 2 Dec 2020

The transformation of Tyler Street is about to begin

A more people-friendly Tyler Street is on the horizon as the Creating Safer Streets – Tyler Street Pilot gets underway.

Development 2 Dec 2020

Ceremony marks the completion of Toka Puia car park in Takapuna

The new car park, on the corner of Huron, Northcroft and Auburn streets, is now complete and will open its doors to Takapuna locals and visitors from Thursday 3 December 2020.

Events

25 Mar 2026 - 01 Jul 2026

Quiet hour

Lights will be dimmed and noise minimised to create a calm and welcoming environment for individu...

18 Mar 2026 - 01 Jul 2026

Wriggle and Rhyme | Kori Me Te Ruri

Wriggle and Rhyme is a programme that promotes active movement and brain development for babies a...

11 Mar 2026 - 09 Dec 2026

Little Bounces with KangaKids - Te Atatū

KangaKids helps children grow confidence, creativity, and a love of healthy movement all in a pla...

25 Feb 2026 - 25 Nov 2026

Death Cafe - Remuera

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

11 Feb 2026 - 03 Jul 2026

Taki ruri | Rhymetime at Te Manawa

Join our Rhymetime sessions with songs, movement and finger rhymes for pre-schoolers and their ca...

11 Feb 2026 - 04 Jul 2026

Kids Play at Te Manawa

A drop-in session for active babies and toddlers!

11 Feb 2026 - 02 Dec 2026

Wriggle and Rhyme - Glen Eden

Join us to help stimulate development of your baby’s body and brain.

11 Feb 2026 - 09 Dec 2026

Minecraft Club

Bring your Minecraft loaded device and have fun making friends, sharing tips and tricks.