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Whanau friendly 19 Aug 2025

New swings, slides and spaces to play in Hibiscus and Bays

Over the past eight months, five new playgrounds have opened across the Hibiscus and Bays Local Board area.

Candidates confirmed
Elections 4 Aug 2025

Auckland elections candidates have been announced. Who will you vote for?

A total of 477 nominations for Auckland Elections 2025 were received as at midday Friday 1 August when nominations closed.

Elections 31 Jul 2025

Auckland's elections candidate numbers trending up from 2022

Nominations received so far for candidates standing in Auckland local elections are up from this time last elections.

Elections 25 Jul 2025

Nominate a mate to stand for Auckland

Auckland Council is looking for passionate Aucklanders from different backgrounds to bring fresh perspectives and a wide range of skills to its decision-making table.

Arts 18 Jul 2025

Local creativity on display at Upper Harbour Open Art Studios

Open Art Studios made its debut in Upper Harbour, featuring 16 artists across seven studios and drawing strong community interest.

Elections 14 Jul 2025

First nominations are in

Auckland elections candidates: by the numbers - total Auckland local elections nominations received as at Friday 11 July.

Elections 9 Jul 2025

Look out – here come Auckland’s elections candidates

Nominations are now open for local elections candidates, until Friday 1 August, midday.

Community 4 Jul 2025

Funding boost for youth, environment and community in Hibiscus and Bays

Hibiscus and Bays Local Board has adopted its 2025/2026 local board agreement.

Events

02 Mar 2026 - 07 Dec 2026

Whangaparāoa Library Book Club

Whether you’re a lifelong reader or simply enjoy a good story, our library book group is a welcom...

07 Jul 2026 - 17 Jul 2026

School Holidays - Ōrewa

Check out the fun school holiday activities at Ōrewa Library!

07 Jul 2026 - 18 Jul 2026

School holidays - Albany

Have fun at Albany Village Library!

07 Jul 2026 - 17 Dec 2026

Guided Community Ranger Walks

Every walk is different and that sense of surprise is part of the magic.

11 Jul 2026

Matariki planting - Te Herenga Waka o Orewa Marae

Together we’ll be planting native plants to help restore the marae grounds, riverbank and awa, co...

14 Feb 2026 - 12 Dec 2026

Hibiscus Coast Writers

Join a friendly community of local writers for inspiration, discussion, and support.

20 Jul 2026 - 21 Sep 2026

Japanese Storytime - Albany

Join us and enjoy stories together in a relaxed and friendly environment.

22 Jul 2026 - 23 Sep 2026

Wriggle and Rhyme - Albany

A fun session promoting active movement and brain development for babies and toddlers.