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Hauraki Gulf 26 Sep 2025

Power boost to council facilities on Aotea

Council facilities in Claris will benefit from solar power system upgrades and repairs, thanks to $800,000 Fix and Finish funding.

Sports / Leisure 26 Sep 2025

New sports fields for Ōrākei

Capacity for community football and cricket is set to grow in Auckland, thanks to an allocation of $2.5 million from Auckland Council’s Fix and Finish fund to the Ōrākei Local Board.

Community 25 Sep 2025

Richard Northey retires after 46 years of public service

Waitematā Local Board has bid farewell to long-serving member Richard Northey.

Community 25 Sep 2025

Celebrating Chinese Kiwi heritage in New Windsor 

A rich Chinese heritage is recognised and celebrated in Whau, with a local park now carrying the name of its last private owner, Avondale Market gardener Lowe Nam. 

Beaches 25 Sep 2025

Dog rule change to safeguard nesting birds at Big Manly and Tindalls

When the first shorebird pair begins nesting, temporary dog access rule changes will be introduced at Big Manly and Tindalls beaches to help protect vulnerable shorebirds.

Safety 25 Sep 2025

Compliance wardens now on Kaipātiki streets

Two new compliance wardens are adding an extra level of safety and compliance in Kaipātiki thanks to a pilot programme funded by the local board.

Arts 25 Sep 2025

A win for history and art in Waitematā

The Sargeson Centre will undergo restoration thanks to an allocation from the Fix and Finish fund.

Council news 25 Sep 2025

Pragmatic, curious and occasionally disruptive

After 18 years serving her community, Councillor Angela Dalton is stepping down, summing up her time in local government as the privilege of a lifetime.

Events

26 Jan 2026 - 30 Nov 2026

Rānui Book Chat

Come along, connect with fellow readers, and get inspired — we’d love to see you there!

31 Mar 2026

Guatemalan Worry Dolls

Create your very own worry dolls at Botany Library and enjoy a restful night’s sleep.

31 Mar 2026

Mochi making

Join us for a hands-on Japanese mochi-making class. Mochi is a traditional Japanese food with a c...

31 Mar 2026 - 02 Apr 2026

Easter Storytime

A great opportunity to encourage an interest in books, while building language and literacy skills.

31 Mar 2026 - 26 Apr 2026

Garden Delights

As a haven for birds and butterflies, bees and flowers, pets and children, the garden is a place...

16 Sep 2025 - 31 Mar 2026

The Valentina

A family friendly adventure for anyone who’s looked to the stars and imagined the cosmos.

01 Apr 2026

2026 Mystery in the Library Series - Blood by the Beach

Join five Kiwi authors for an evening of criminally good conversation.

01 Apr 2026

Celebrando Mexico

Ōtara Library is excited to celebrate the rich, vibrant life and culture of Mexico!