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Community news 17 Mar 2026

Gallaher’s glow up and bright future

Over the past year, the park has undergone a much-needed facelift valued at approximately $600,000 so it can continue to serve its growing community. 

Have your say 16 Mar 2026

North Shore Ward residents encouraged to have their say on Auckland’s Annual Plan

People living across the North Shore Ward are being encouraged to share their views on Auckland Council’s Annual Plan 2026/2027.

Community news 16 Mar 2026

Celebrating Korean culture in Ōtara

The spirit of community and culture was on full display at Te Puke ō Tara Community Centre as residents gathered to celebrate Seollal.

Community 12 Mar 2026

New moves in Ōtāhuhu

Fairburn Park in Ōtāhuhu now has a new volleyball court for fun, fitness, and community play - thanks to the Māngere-Ōtāhuhu Local Board.

Community news 12 Mar 2026

Finding rhythm again with Waiheke Open Orchestra

The Waiheke Open Orchestra project got underway at the beginning of 2024 with support from Waiheke Local Board funding.

Community news 12 Mar 2026

Banded rail chicks making a big splash in Kaipātiki

Kaipātiki’s wetlands are buzzing with exciting news. The rare banded rail (moho pererū) has successfully bred right here in Beach Haven.

Community news 12 Mar 2026

Power in numbers: four new road projects get green light in Mt Albert

Mount Albert is set to become a safer suburb to travel around, with more than $800K of transport upgrades rubber-stamped by the Albert-Eden Local Board. 

Have your say 11 Mar 2026

Have your say on fenced dog parks for Hibiscus and Bays

Residents are being asked for their feedback on possible locations for two fenced dog parks.

Events

07 Jul 2026 - 18 Jul 2026

School Holidays - Devonport Library

Join us for an exciting selection of school holiday activities at Devonport Library!

07 Jul 2026 - 17 Dec 2026

Guided Community Ranger Walks

Every walk is different and that sense of surprise is part of the magic.

03 Feb 2026 - 01 Dec 2026

Book Chat

Come and join our Book Chat group, where you can share your favourite reads, hear what others are...

03 Feb 2026 - 01 Dec 2026

Korean Book Chat

Korean speakers share your favourite reads, hear what others are reading, and make friends with o...

03 Feb 2026 - 01 Dec 2026

Onehunga Library Bookchat

Bring along your latest read to share with a friendly community of fellow book lovers.

08 Jul 2026

Harakeke collection guided walk

To celebrate Matariki, join our curator for a guided walk through the harakeke collection.

08 Jul 2026

Map the Matariki stars

Create your own map of the Matariki stars that you can hang up in your window letting you enjoy t...

08 Jul 2026

Rōreka workshop - Matariki session

A community-led workshop celebrating te reo Māori and waiata.