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Plan adopted for future proofing Mairangi Bay Reserves
A key step has been taken to help protect and enhance one of Auckland’s most popular coastal reserves for future generations.
The countdown is on: local election voting closes soon
Find out what happens after voting closes and how to find out who wins.
Stuck on who to vote for in Auckland local elections?
Here are some suggestions to consider when swiping through candidates in the online catalogue.
Upper Harbour’s best kept walking secrets
Trade the urban hustle for tranquil forest walks just minutes from home.
Six new community spots to check out in Hibiscus and Bays
From climbing towers and nature trails to forest paths and cosy reading corners, there’s something new waiting for you in Hibiscus and Bays.
Dog rule change to safeguard nesting birds at Big Manly and Tindalls
When the first shorebird pair begins nesting, temporary dog access rule changes will be introduced at Big Manly and Tindalls beaches to help protect vulnerable shorebirds.
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.
Free training for Hibiscus and Bays community organisations
Community organisations in the Hibiscus and Bays area are being offered free training to strengthen their governance and operations.
Events
Japanese story time
Stories, songs and rhymes to support early language learning and cultural awareness.
Whangaparāoa Library Book Club
Whether you’re a lifelong reader or simply enjoy a good story, our library book group is a welcom...
Reading Revolution Shared Reading
Shared reading group brings people together through great literature to talk, laugh and share.
Rhythm & Beats
Rhythm & Beats is a fun and interactive 30-minute session for children aged 3-5 years old.
Rhymetime - Ōrewa
Join our Rhymetime sessions with waiata, bubbles, books and movement for pre-schoolers and their...
Read to a dog
Introducing our read to a dog programme! Read to a dog aims to help children with their literacy,...
Digital Seniors free tech help for older people - Hobsonville Hub
Our friendly, police-vetted volunteers are available to provide you with free one-on-one help to...
Wriggle and Rhyme - Albany
A programme that promotes active movement and brain development for babies and toddlers aged two...