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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.

Elections 17 Jan 2025

Who’ll be in to win Auckland’s Elections 2025?

Now’s the time to start considering standing in Auckland’s 2025 elections. With summer holidays just around the corner, could a role in Auckland’s leadership be the new year resolution for you?

Waste 16 Jan 2025

Standardising rubbish collections

Aucklanders on the North Shore will no longer need to use prepaid bin tags from 3 March 2025 as council rubbish collections will be funded by residential property rates.

Civil Defence / Emergency Management 28 Nov 2024

Kaipātiki board approves emergency plan

Kaipātiki now has a plan in place to help its residents and businesses stay safe before, during, and after an emergency.

Civil Defence / Emergency Management 27 Nov 2024

North Shore gets new tool to prepare for emergencies

A new plan is set to empower the North Shore community to better prepare for and respond to emergencies.

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