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Community 1 Mar 2019

Tide gauge to measure effects of climate change

People in the Waitematā Local Board area will now be able to get involved in measuring the local impacts of climate change.

Exhibition 1 Mar 2019

Restoring a Kiwi icon

How a DIY boat sparked a lifetime at sea.

Community 1 Mar 2019

Council waste grant funds Waiuku Tool Library

A new library in Waiuku is forgoing books in favour of power tools and DIY equipment.

Cycling 1 Mar 2019

Albany's new iconic walking and cycling bridge opens

The newest walking and cycling bridge on the North Shore has opened, giving communities an iconic new connection over the Northern Motorway and directly into Albany.

Environment 28 Feb 2019

Hunua pest numbers at record low

Pest numbers in the Hunua ranges are at an all-time low following a pest control operation completed last year.

Environment 28 Feb 2019

Water testing shows Ōrākei Basin safe for people and dogs

Water at Ōrākei Basin has been given the all clear following testing for toxins undertaken last week.

Community 28 Feb 2019

Location for $21million Avondale community centre revealed

Plans to reinvigorate the centre of Avondale have taken an important step following a decision on the preferred location for a new $21million multi-purpose community facility.

Community 28 Feb 2019

Auckland Horticultural Council offered new home

Albert-Eden Local Board has voted to offer the AHC a three-year lease at new premises on Great North Road.

Events

22 Jan 2026

Litter hunt & DIY t-shirt bag

Join us for a litter hunt, recycling tips, and a hands-on DIY reusable bag workshop for kids.

22 Jan 2026

Young Writers Workshop

Learn how to flesh out the detail in your stories by using visual imagery and all of your senses.

22 Jan 2026 - 14 Mar 2026

SpinPoi

Learn to twirl and flow with colourful poi in a fun, beginner-friendly session.

16 Jan 2026 - 29 Feb 2028

Free weekly yoga classes

Classes are beginner-friendly with progressions for regular practitioners.

25 Sep 2025 - 12 Feb 2026

Rongoā Māori hīkoi with Emma Haslam

Explore the healing gifts of Papatūānuku and how our very presence contributes to the wellbeing o...

23 Jan 2026

The 7th Kids Japanese Festival

Enjoy back-to-back screenings of popular Japanese animation films, including Studio Ghibli’s “My...

23 Jan 2026 - 26 Jan 2026

Auckland’s International Buskers Festival

Get ready for four epic days of street magic, laughs, and jaw-dropping talent!