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Have your say 6 Mar 2025

Call for North Shore residents to give feedback on Annual Plan

North Shore residents are being urged to give feedback on Auckland Council’s Annual Plan with consultation open now until 28 March 2025.

Elections 6 Mar 2025

Want women to have an equal voice? Stand in Auckland's local elections

When it comes to speaking up, her-story shows that a woman’s voice can be powerful enough to make waves that change the world.

Waste 21 Feb 2025

Oriental fruit fly – Birkdale area

Biosecurity New Zealand response: all you need to know council kerbside collections in Birkdale.

Elections 19 Feb 2025

Adrian Tyler steps down from Kaipātiki Local Board

Adrian Tyler, Kaipātiki Local Board member has stepped down from his position on the board, providing his resignation effective 5 February 2025.

Elections 18 Feb 2025

Devonport-Takapuna Local Board Chair Toni van Tonder resigns

Devonport-Takapuna Local Board Chair Toni van Tonder has stepped down from her position as chair and elected member of the board, providing her resignation effective 18 February 2025.

Community 17 Feb 2025

Kaipātiki Welcoming Plan adopted

The Kaipātiki local board has taken another proactive step toward welcoming its newest residents with the adoption of the Kaipātiki Welcoming Plan.

Heritage 23 Jan 2025

Historic gem gets love from local board

A fascinating piece of Aotearoa’s WWII history will be given new life this year thanks to the Devonport-Takapuna Local Board.

Community 23 Jan 2025

Kennedy Park Stairs to reopen

Auckland beach lovers, dog walkers and fitness fans will once again be able to use the popular Kennedy Park stairs in Castor Bay in time for next summer thanks to the Devonport-Takapuna Local Board.

Events

14 Dec 2025 - 21 Dec 2025

Tunes 4 Tamariki: Christmas with Suzy

Come early and enjoy free pre-concert activities such as face painting, a musical instrument show...

18 Oct 2025 - 21 Dec 2025

Free DIY Bokashi Workshop

Come along to learn how the Bokashi system works, what you’ll need to make one yourself, and how...

22 Dec 2025 - 02 May 2026

N0ughty Stuff

Engage in hands-on creativity and playful challenges for curious minds.

25 Dec 2025

The End of the Golden Weather

The 20th celebration of Christmas.

03 Jan 2026 - 18 Jan 2026

Hilltop Hi-jinx

Enjoy adventure games and activities on the hilltop for all ages.

05 Jan 2026 - 09 Jan 2026

Shakespeare in a week

Each day will feature some Shakespeare, some prop and costume making, some drama games, but most...

05 Jan 2026 - 31 Jan 2026

Summer holidays at Takapuna Library

From Lego building and teddy bear adventures to hands-on crafts, there’s something for everyone.

05 Jan 2026 - 17 Apr 2026

Pop up Obstacle Course

Test your agility and have fun on a temporary, challenging course