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Community 31 Oct 2024

Our playgrounds deserve better care

Vandalism and graffiti are causing the local community to take action.

Community 31 Oct 2024

Rooted in Education

Howick Enviroschools’ Garden To Table programme nourishes young minds, working together to achieve environmental goals and life skills.

Community 31 Oct 2024

Rural community urged to speak up

The Southern Rural Strategy is open for consultation. The policy will guide development in the rural south.

Plans / Projects 29 Oct 2024

Board approves Rangihoua Reserve and Onetangi Sports Park plan

Waiheke is about to have a plan in place for the future management of the popular Rangihoua Reserve and Onetangi Sports Park.

Plans / Projects 25 Oct 2024

Mahurangi East Community Centre update

The community centre is undergoing extensive renovations and is set to reopen in February, thanks to a reallocation of funding from the local board.

Transport 25 Oct 2024

Safer speed limits for the island

Summer is coming and so are safer speeds!

Community 25 Oct 2024

Councillor urges community to play role in solving growing issues with roaming dogs

Man's best friend or pests that roam looking for trouble...dog issues are on the rise.

Community 23 Oct 2024

Former mayor and MP returns to Papakura

Former Papakura Mayor John Robertson returned to the area recently, leading a delegation of Waitomo councillors and the district’s chief librarian to check out facilities in the town.

Events

14 Feb 2025 - 12 Dec 2025

Book Chat at Pakuranga Library

Join us over a cuppa to chat about what you've been reading. 

14 Feb 2025 - 12 Dec 2025

Whangaparāoa Library's BrainCharge

BrainCharge is a fun and engaging brain fitness programme for adults.

07 Feb 2025 - 12 Dec 2025

Crafternoon Session

Come after school and join us for our fun and relaxed craft sessions, occasionally games, cooking...

07 Feb 2025 - 12 Dec 2025

Jiggle & Wiggle

Join us for a fun-filled morning of music, dancing, and movement.

07 Feb 2025 - 19 Dec 2025

Wriggle & Rhyme Central City Library

Wriggle and Rhyme is a programme that promotes active movement and brain development for babies a...

07 Feb 2025 - 11 Dec 2026

Chess Club at Avondale Library

Join us every Friday after school for a fun and friendly chess session.

31 Jan 2025 - 19 Dec 2025

Digital Help Drop-Ins

Drop in to our sessions with a tech query for some one-on-one digital coaching!

13 Dec 2025

Arthur Christmas, part of Auckland Live Christmas in Aotea Square

Enjoy a free screening of the feel-good Christmas film Arthur Christmas!