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Plans / Projects 13 Sep 2023

Board agreement delivers for Hibiscus and Bays

Improvements to facilities, services and environmental activities in Hibiscus and Bays are set to receive a $29 million injection thanks to the local board.

Community 29 Aug 2023

Thumbs up for Ōrewa park design

The design for an $805,000 neighbourhood park to be built in Ōrewa next year has got the thumbs up from locals and the local board.

Community 23 Aug 2023

New offices for Upper Harbour Local Board

Upper Harbour Local Board business meetings will now take place at Hawiti , 6-8 Munroe Lane, Albany.

Community 7 Aug 2023

Apply for a Hibiscus and Bays grant

Community groups have until 15 September to apply for a Hibiscus and Bays grant.

Have your say 7 Aug 2023

Upper Harbour residents – share your views on the local board plan

Upper Harbour Local Board member Callum Blair is urging residents to make sure the plan meets their needs.

Community 7 Aug 2023

Grants open for Upper Harbour community

Community groups can apply for a grant until 15 September to deliver projects and events in the Upper Harbour Local Board area.

Have your say 27 Jul 2023

Speak up Hibiscus and Bays residents about the local board plan

Hibiscus and Bays local board members are asking residents to speak up about priorities for their community during consultation on their draft plan.

Community 26 Jul 2023

Hibiscus and Bays Local Board makes tough call on Kauri Kids

At it's business meeting, Hibiscus and Bays Local Board agreed to fund Kauri Kids Centres until December 2023, before closing them, now that regional funding has been discontinued.

Events

15 Apr 2024 - 13 Dec 2024

Digital Seniors free one-on-one tech support - Whangaparāoa

A workshop for seniors who would like some help with your phone, laptop or tablet.

20 Mar 2024 - 18 Dec 2024

Book Chat

Are you looking for a fun way to meet new people & discover new authors?

21 Feb 2024 - 21 Feb 2025

Wriggle & Rhyme - Albany Village Library

A programme to educate parents and caregivers in active movement,

21 Mar 2024 - 26 Dec 2024

Crochet Club

Make friends, chat, and work on your project while enjoying free tea or coffee.

25 May 2024

Animal Stories With Author Maria Gill

Come to Orewa Library to hear local award-winning author Maria Gill share animal stories from thr...

11 May 2024 - 22 Jun 2024

E-Bike Experience

The course is an introduction to e-bikes and will take you through riding in an open court space...

30 May 2024

Ukulele for Beginners

Join us for a beginner ukulele event, perfect for ages 10 and up!

01 Apr 2023 - 01 Jun 2024

Ōrewa Repair Café

Bring your broken or damaged items and local volunteers will fix them for you at no charge.