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Have your say 16 Mar 2026

North Shore Ward residents encouraged to have their say on Auckland’s Annual Plan

People living across the North Shore Ward are being encouraged to share their views on Auckland Council’s Annual Plan 2026/2027.

Community news 16 Mar 2026

Celebrating Korean culture in Ōtara

The spirit of community and culture was on full display at Te Puke ō Tara Community Centre as residents gathered to celebrate Seollal.

Community 12 Mar 2026

New moves in Ōtāhuhu

Fairburn Park in Ōtāhuhu now has a new volleyball court for fun, fitness, and community play - thanks to the Māngere-Ōtāhuhu Local Board.

Community news 12 Mar 2026

Finding rhythm again with Waiheke Open Orchestra

The Waiheke Open Orchestra project got underway at the beginning of 2024 with support from Waiheke Local Board funding.

Community news 12 Mar 2026

Banded rail chicks making a big splash in Kaipātiki

Kaipātiki’s wetlands are buzzing with exciting news. The rare banded rail (moho pererū) has successfully bred right here in Beach Haven.

Community news 12 Mar 2026

Power in numbers: four new road projects get green light in Mt Albert

Mount Albert is set to become a safer suburb to travel around, with more than $800K of transport upgrades rubber-stamped by the Albert-Eden Local Board. 

Have your say 11 Mar 2026

Have your say on fenced dog parks for Hibiscus and Bays

Residents are being asked for their feedback on possible locations for two fenced dog parks.

Community news 10 Mar 2026

Remuera restoration: historic train station gets critical restoration funding

The Remuera train station – one of the most significant remaining suburban railway buildings in New Zealand – is getting key restoration funding after a long delay. 

Events

18 Jul 2026

Matariki planting - Whau Awa

Put on your gumboots and let's turn this area into a thriving stream habitat.

18 Jul 2026

Matariki Planting by the Bike Path

Join us this Matariki to plant native plants along the Whau Awa!

18 Jul 2026

Poi Making

Immerse yourself in the artistry and cultural significance of poi as you learn to create your own...

18 Jul 2026

Pounamu reiniho tooth pendant workshop

In this hands-on experience, you will learn the art of crafting contemporary pounamu whale-teeth...

18 Jul 2026

Weaving Workshop

Join Te Whaea Witika for a weaving workshop that brings the tradition of raranga to life.

19 Jul 2026

LIVE Day: Weather Science

Uncover the stories of the weather-related stars in the Matariki cluster, Waipunarangi and Ururangi.

19 Jul 2026

Make wooden planter box

Learn basic woodworking skills and techniques while building your own planter to take home.

19 Jul 2026

Matariki Planting

Come plant with us at Laing Stream and help transform this waterway into a thriving awa.