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Thousands of native plants strengthen local reserves in Devonport-Takapuna
A successful planting season has been completed, with 7,891 native plants recently established across 24 reserves throughout the Devonport-Takapuna Local Board area.
Board funding supports local projects and community wellbeing in Kaipātiki
Kaipātiki Local Board has allocated $180,002 to local arts, sport, wellbeing and community projects across the local board area.
Northern local boards mark 15 Years of Auckland Council
Auckland Council turns 15 this month! To mark the milestone, we’re celebrating local projects that have made a difference in our communities — see the highlights from north of the Harbour Bridge.
Kaipātiki track upgrades connect families to nature
Beach Haven resident Minnie Leonard says recent improvements to local tracks and paths have made a real difference to her young family's daily life.
PumpHouse thrives with board’s support
The PumpHouse Theatre in Takapuna’s ongoing ability to serve a growing community is supported by the Devonport Takapuna Local Board, which helps maintain the building and keep it accessible to the public.
One-off algae treatment under way at Onepoto Lake
A one-off algae treatment by Kaipātiki Local Board is under way at Onepoto Lake in response to community concerns about persistent algal blooms.
Sidelines Playbox brings new play opportunities to Sunnynook
North Shore families now have more ways to play thanks to the first Sidelines Playbox, delivered by the Devonport-Takapuna Local Board to the Glenfield Greyhounds Rugby League Club in Sunnynook.
Feedback sought on future recreational use for A F Thomas Park
Public consultation about this park on the North Shore runs from 20 October, through to 23 November 2025.
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