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Community 7 Aug 2024

Plan change raises flooding concerns

Franklin Local Board will take its concerns over a development on the edge of Pukekohe to a planning hearing.

Transport 6 Aug 2024

West boards unite in opposition to speed limit changes

Proposed changes to speed limit rules should consider the impacts to all road users, including social and environmental impacts.  

Community 6 Aug 2024

Show time for Panmure Basin bridge

The curtain is about to be raised on works to prepare for installation of the new Panmure Basin bridge for pedestrians, scooters and bikes.

Environment news 2 Aug 2024

Neighbours combine to battle flooding

Floodwaters have no respect for council boundaries.

Environment 31 Jul 2024

Environmental heroes supported by Kaipātiki board

Over $1.3 million will help deliver environmental projects across the Kaipātiki region in the coming year, following the local board agreeing its environmental budget at a June business meeting.

Community 31 Jul 2024

Let it flow, becoming flood resilient

News that work has begun clearing a flood-prone stream in Māngere East is welcome news for a community grappling with frequent flooding.

Community 31 Jul 2024

How we represent you in East Auckland: Time to have your say

The Howick Local Board is proposing subdivision changes to better serve and reflect local communities.

Pools 31 Jul 2024

Northwest pool moves forward

News that plans for a new pool in the Northwest of Auckland is one step closer has delighted community advocates.

Events

07 Oct 2026

Crops that shaped the Rodney District - NO IMAGE

The talk touches on the range of crops that supported early settlement and everyday life, showing...

07 Oct 2026

Heritage cooking

Let’s fill the library with the delicious aroma of fresh bread while connecting with the culinary...

07 Oct 2026

Incredible Edible Flowers

Join our Edibles Garden curator, Angela, for an introduction to the world of edible flowers and t...

07 Oct 2026 - 06 Mar 2027

King Pin: Dave Cameron’s Boxing and Wrestling Collection

This exhibition brings his collection to life, tracing the evolution of both sports through chang...

08 Oct 2026

Guided Hīkoi: Ōtuataua Stonefields

Enjoy a guided hīkoi through the unique Ōtuataua Stonefields Historic Reserve at Ihumātao in Māng...

08 Oct 2026

History - Jubilee Blind Institute, Parnell

Discover Parnell’s hidden history.

08 Oct 2026

Ladies, A Talk: An Evening with Alexa Johnston

Join author Alexa Johnston for a delicious journey through New Zealand’s baking traditions, from...

08 Oct 2026

Piringatahi: A heritage feast

Come along and browse a curated selection of cookbooks from 1714 to the present.