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Council news 25 Sep 2025

Pragmatic, curious and occasionally disruptive

After 18 years serving her community, Councillor Angela Dalton is stepping down, summing up her time in local government as the privilege of a lifetime.

Council news 25 Sep 2025

This is my last hurrah!

After three terms on the council’s Governing Body, a term as chair of the Devonport-Takapuna Local Board and six years as a North Shore City councillor, Chris Darby is farewelling local government.

Council news 25 Sep 2025

It’s time to enjoy life. It’s so precious!

An unwanted firework coming too close to her young son’s pram and a dilapidated park structure were the catalysts for Sharon Stewart’s first foray into the world of local politics.

Community 24 Sep 2025

Growing strong together: why local food planning matters for future resilience in Puketāpapa

Kai Resilient Puketāpapa is a community-led project focused on planning for food resilience.

Community 23 Sep 2025

New energy for Ōtāhuhu

Ōtāhuhu’s town centre is set for a refresh, thanks to funding secured through Auckland Council’s Fix and Finish fund.

Community 23 Sep 2025

Ostrich Farm sports fields gain ground

A $1.1 million boost from Auckland Council’s Fix and Finish Fund is helping move plans forward to transform Ostrich Farm into a fully equipped sports field park.

Elections 23 Sep 2025

No voting papers? No problem!

It’s time to vote in Auckland’s local elections, which means you should have received your voting pack in the letterbox by now.

Safety 18 Sep 2025

Compliance wardens boost community safety in Ōrākei

Two council compliance wardens have been assigned specifically to the Ōrākei Local Board area thanks to its funding.

Events

22 Sep 2026 - 18 Oct 2026

Cabaret

Enjoy one of the most iconic musicals of all time with a dazzling cast of New Zealand’s finest mu...

23 Sep 2026 - 27 Sep 2026

The Pearl Fishers

Don’t miss this stunning opera, performed by top New Zealand and international talent, with world...

27 Sep 2026

The Henderson Shuffle

The Henderson Shuffle is a 12‑hour, non‑competitive community endurance event - where people walk...

01 Oct 2026

Haydn & Shostakovich

Beginning with the clean tranquillity of Morning, Grieg’s first suite from his music to the play...

06 Oct 2026 - 08 Oct 2026

Fijian Language Week Storytime

30 minute themed sessions featuring stories, rhymes, singing and dancing.

15 Oct 2026

Beethoven’s Piano No. 4

The brilliant 17-year-old Canadian pianist Sophia Liu makes her Australasian debut with Beethoven...

17 Oct 2026

St Matthew's Chamber Orchestra

A classical symphony orchestra performing a wide repertoire of music.

18 Oct 2026 - 19 Oct 2026

Full Fat Legend

Comedy Legend Greg Davies is coming to Australia and New Zealand for the very first time with his...