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Who’ll be in to win Auckland’s Elections 2025?
Now’s the time to start considering standing in Auckland’s 2025 elections. With summer holidays just around the corner, could a role in Auckland’s leadership be the new year resolution for you?
Standardising rubbish collections
Aucklanders on the North Shore will no longer need to use prepaid bin tags from 3 March 2025 as council rubbish collections will be funded by residential property rates.
Kaipātiki board approves emergency plan
Kaipātiki now has a plan in place to help its residents and businesses stay safe before, during, and after an emergency.
North Shore gets new tool to prepare for emergencies
A new plan is set to empower the North Shore community to better prepare for and respond to emergencies.
Safe space for rangatahi opens in Takapuna Library
North Shore rangatahi (young people) now have more access to support around family violence, bullying and mental wellbeing with a dedicated safe space in the Takapuna Library.
Birkenhead gets glow up with lighting upgrade
Birkenhead town centre’s streets are now safer and more inviting for pedestrians and motorists thanks to a major upgrade to its lighting systems.
Share your ideas for a Takapuna community hub
The North Shore community are being asked to share their ideas on what they want for a new community hub in Takapuna.
Birken-heading into the past
Keen to take a walk into Birkenhead’s past? A collaboration between the local community and Kaipātiki Local Board is bringing the history of the area alive.
Events
Caring for kararehe creatively
Learn how to connect to the natural environment with a range of hands-on activities.
Eskdale Regeneration with Kaipātiki Project
Join us to help protect our unique native ecosystems and build local climate resilience!
Raumati Reads Summer Reading Programme – Glenfield Library
This summer is the perfect time to come to Glenfield Library and join in the fun!
Devonport Library's Raumati Reads School Holiday Programme
Let your creativity shine with our hands-on activities, perfect for kids of all ages.
Takapuna Library Book Chat
Come along to Takapuna Library's monthly book chat to meet interesting people and discover the be...
Ink painting demonstration and Chinese character writing for luck
Experience the art of Ink Painting with Master Chun and create Chinese characters to bring luck t...
Auckland Anniversary Day Regatta 2025
It's a fantastic on-water spectacle showcasing the vintage superstars of the past and the high te...
Drawing for Everyone with Rachael Burke
This supported, creative space invites you to explore the landscape, still life and the portrait...