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Community 31 Oct 2024

Rural community urged to speak up

The Southern Rural Strategy is open for consultation. The policy will guide development in the rural south.

Plans / Projects 29 Oct 2024

Board approves Rangihoua Reserve and Onetangi Sports Park plan

Waiheke is about to have a plan in place for the future management of the popular Rangihoua Reserve and Onetangi Sports Park.

Plans / Projects 25 Oct 2024

Mahurangi East Community Centre update

The community centre is undergoing extensive renovations and is set to reopen in February, thanks to a reallocation of funding from the local board.

Transport 25 Oct 2024

Safer speed limits for the island

Summer is coming and so are safer speeds!

Community 25 Oct 2024

Councillor urges community to play role in solving growing issues with roaming dogs

Man's best friend or pests that roam looking for trouble...dog issues are on the rise.

Community 23 Oct 2024

Former mayor and MP returns to Papakura

Former Papakura Mayor John Robertson returned to the area recently, leading a delegation of Waitomo councillors and the district’s chief librarian to check out facilities in the town.

Development 23 Oct 2024

A plan for growth in Auckland’s rural south is coming

The Southern Rural Strategy sets out how the area will accommodate a growing population, while enabling industries like farming and food production to thrive.

Community 23 Oct 2024

Whau Local Board member Susan Zhu steps down

Whau Local Board member Susan Zhu has stepped down from her position on the board.

Events

22 Feb 2025

Sky Pirates all stars in the Square

Sky Pirates All Stars are bringing their basketball action to Aotea Square.

22 Feb 2025

Southside Represent - 2025

This year’s event promises an exciting lineup of performances, creative showcases, and family-fri...

22 Feb 2025

Sunnyvale Stream Care Session

Come along and show some love to the community native planting on the banks of the Waari Stream i...

22 Feb 2025 - 20 Dec 2025

Koru STEM Club - Albany Village Library

Join free club meetings delivered by the local High School students.

23 Jan 2025 - 23 Feb 2025

Weekend clay workshop

Dive into this jam-packed weekend workshop, perfect for beginners with limited free time who want...

16 Nov 2024 - 31 May 2025

Tamariki Time at Pt Chevalier Little Library

Join us for our Tamariki Time sessions and enjoy some stories, songs, and movement with your litt...

23 Feb 2025

Festival Italiano

Join us for a celebration of Italian culture, food, and music!

23 Feb 2025

Final Curator's Tour - Modern Women: Flight of Time

Join us in celebrating the final day of Modern Women: Flight of Time with a special tour with the...