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Elections 18 Jun 2025

Where are all the candidates?

Nominations for Auckland’s local elections open on Friday 4 July, and with elections looming on the horizon in October, so far only a few candidates have publicly announced they’re standing.

Community 18 Jun 2025

Hobsonville’s new park – Te Kori Scott Point opens to the public

The opening of Te Kori Scott Point is a landmark moment for the Hobsonville community.

Community 18 Jun 2025

Local board agreement a $35m win for Rodney communities

Rodney Local Board will invest in community programmes, creative arts, youth initiatives, and environmental projects.

Community 17 Jun 2025

Witness the fitness: changes to Puketāpapa’s leisure centres 

New timetables, classes, as well as reduced prices for some programmes are some of the improvements for Puketāpapa’s Cameron Pools and Leisure Centre and Lynfield Youth and Leisure Centre under new management.  

Community 17 Jun 2025

Tennis Club grateful for Local Board in rebuilding efforts

A clear example of the Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board advocacy in action - delivering meaningful support the community can count on.

Development 16 Jun 2025

Help choose the next stage of the Beach Haven coastal connections project

Two proposed options are on the table for the next stage of the Beach Haven coastal connections project, and public feedback is being sought to help shape the future of this much-loved route.

Community 11 Jun 2025

Together WE build safer communities

Safety is one of Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board’s top priorities, with a focus on building strong, connected communities where people look out for one another.

Community 11 Jun 2025

Rock Daisy rocks again

Once a simple play area, Rock Daisy Crescent Reserve in Māngere is now a vibrant, family-friendly space - revitalised with support from the Māngere-Ōtāhuhu Local Board and mana whenua..

Events

13 Jan 2025 - 31 Dec 2025

Hibiscus Coast Genealogy

The Hibiscus Coast Branch of NZ Society of Genealogists can help you unlock the mysteries of your...

13 Jul 2025

Teds on Ted

Pack a picnic, and gather the whanāu for a delightful adventure with your teddy on the beautiful...

06 Jul 2025 - 27 Jul 2025

Pom-pom Penguins

Stay warm this winter by making fluffy pom-pom penguins.

05 Jul 2025 - 13 Jul 2025

Te Hopu a Māui i a te Rā / How Māui Slowed the Sun

Explore this retelling of the well-known Māori myth with our vibrant, giant-sized book, read in t...

29 Jun 2025 - 13 Jul 2025

Matariki school holiday programme at East Coast Bays Library

Celebrate Matariki these school holidays with stories, crafts, escape rooms, and star-inspired fu...

08 Jun 2025 - 10 Aug 2025

Shared Reading Group

Haere mai to the library and discover NZ authors and stories, and meet likeminded folks from your...

01 Jun 2025 - 03 Aug 2025

Rā Whakato / Planting day

Make a positive impact on the environment while enjoying the beauty of the outdoors.

13 Apr 2025 - 14 Dec 2025

North Shore Signers Club - Birkenhead Library

Join our meet-ups to practice signing and meet NZSL community!