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Beaches 5 Dec 2017

Free permits for driving on beaches

Aucklanders are fortunate to have two stunning beaches – Karioitahi and Muriwai – where you’re allowed to drive, provided you have a permit.

Environment 5 Dec 2017

Residents advised not to swim in Warkworth quarry lake

Residents are advised not to swim in the Warkworth quarry lake because of an algae bloom.

Community 30 Nov 2017

Commission decides no change for Auckland

North Rodney and Waiheke Island will remain part of Auckland Council after the Local Government Commission decided against proposals for separate unitary councils.

Environment 30 Nov 2017

An app to report myrtle rust

Smartphone app for spotting and reporting myrtle rust.

Exhibition 23 Nov 2017

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Mayor 6 Nov 2017

Making a splash in Pakuranga and Stanmore Bay

The splash pads will open later in the year – one at the Stanmore Bay Pool and Leisure Centre, Whangaparāoa, and the other at the Lloyd Elsmore Park Pool and Leisure Centre in Pakuranga.

Waste 31 Oct 2017

Changes approved for north and west commercial cardboard collection

The move will make recycling collection consistent across the region.

Events

14 Dec 2024

Hogwarts Christmas - An Evening for Book Lovers

Step into a magical book club event inspired by J K Rowlings’ infamous Harry Potter universe.

01 Jan 2024 - 31 Dec 2024

Kumeu Book Club

We have a creative relationship with the books we read, meaning no two people read a book in the...

21 Dec 2024

Santa storytime

Singing, dancing and stories with Santa Claus.

30 Dec 2024 - 02 Jan 2025

AUM New Year's Festival 2024

Enjoy the sun, a huge campground with lots of space, a market village with food vendors and more.

12 Jan 2025

Music in Parks Snells Beach

Head north of the city to enjoy a day of free music in a beautiful Auckland beach setting.

22 Feb 2025

Helensville A&P Show

Come along for all things agricultural and pastoral through competition, demonstration and entert...