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Beaches 2 May 2018

Turning the tide on Piha’s water quality

Auckland Council is undertaking inspections in Piha to address the human waste contamination of the lagoon.

Housing 30 Apr 2018

102 new state homes for Avondale

The site, at St George’s Road, will be developed for residential housing after an agreement was reached between Panuku Development Auckland and Housing New Zealand Corporation for the purchase of land.

Environment 30 Apr 2018

Recycle Shop renamed Tipping Point

Waitākere Transfer Station shop gets new moniker.

Transport 27 Apr 2018

Mill Road investment vital

Improvements to the Mill Road corridor are crucial for the growing community.

Transport 27 Apr 2018

It’s official: Penlink is coming this decade

We’ve done it! Penlink will be built within the next 10 years, says Hibiscus and Bays Local Board Chair Julia Parfitt.

Cycling 27 Apr 2018

Let’s get the west moving

What do you think about the future of transport in Auckland?

Youth / Rangatahi 26 Apr 2018

Call for more safe zones for Rainbow Youth

An organisation working to increase the acceptance of gender and sexuality diversity is receiving increasing calls to widen its services.

Transport 24 Apr 2018

Barrier drivers get a break

There's support for an exemption for Great Barrier Island from the proposed regional fuel tax.

Events

28 Feb 2026

Queers & Wares Market

Come hang out, browse beautiful handmade pieces, vintage clothing, and art - all by local artists.

28 Feb 2026

Rainbow tie-dye

This hands-on workshop invites participants of all identities to design their own wearable art us...

28 Feb 2026

Summer Serenade - Featuring The 60s Survivors

Bring friends, a picnic, wine, seating, rugs and a torch.

28 Feb 2026

Summer Spectacular

Fun for kids, entertainment and live music for all, and huge beach vibes in Browns Bay.

28 Feb 2026

Te Ara Tahuna - Ōrewa estuary guided bike tour

Learn about the unique natural and cultural heritage of the are and important restoration taking...

28 Feb 2026 - 01 Mar 2026

Honu and Blue's Sealife Clues storytime

Celebrate Seaweek at the Maritime Museum with a fun‑filled weekend as we premiere the delightful...

28 Feb 2026 - 08 Mar 2026

Embroidery Display

It will include a display of pieces for our annual Elizabeth Ellett Challenge, pieces for our Pre...

28 Feb 2026 - 11 Apr 2026

The Little Leys Classic Film Club

The Leys Institute Little Library’s film club screens famous, influential, and entertaining maste...