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Beaches 27 Aug 2020

Temporary dog rule changes to protect Snells Beach wildlife

The northern end of Snells Beach will be off limits to dogs for several months to allow some of the area’s much-loved and endangered shorebirds to breed in safety.

Plans / Projects 21 Aug 2020

COVID-19 delays Warkworth pontoon work

Work on a Warkworth pontoon is on track for summer, despite delays related to COVID-19.

18 Aug 2020

Tanker-to-tanker water service ends

The “tanker-to-tanker” initiative employed by Auckland Council to support private water carriers over the summer has ended.

Have your say 18 Aug 2020

Have your say on Cabeleigh Drive playground

Helensville’s timber history and stream have inspired a new playground design.

Environment 7 Aug 2020

Fences protect Rodney waterways

Rodney farmers are getting a helping hand to keep stock out of waterways.

Transport 16 Jul 2020

New Community Transport Hub approved for Warkworth

A new park and ride facility in Warkworth will bring new community benefits to the area such as car parks, bike racks, and bus stops.

Have your say 15 Jul 2020

Have your say on the future of Rodney

The Rodney Local Board Plan, which guides what the local board does over the next three years, is now open for feedback.

Plans / Projects 5 May 2020

Matakana Link Road to be built with capacity for four lanes

Matakana Link Road is being future-proofed with the capacity to allow for four traffic lanes along the full length of the road.

Events

22 Mar 2023 - 26 Mar 2023

Earth Beat Festival 2023

Earth Beat Festival is the place where you play, learn, revitalise make new connections and return to the world grounded and inspired!

02 Mar 2023 - 30 Mar 2023

March Composting Workshops - Free

This free workshop offers an introduction to composting with bokashi bins, worm farms and cold composting bins.

01 Nov 2022 - 30 Mar 2023

Raumati Fun Tamariki Play

A great opportunity to grab a coffee and enjoy our beautiful local parks

30 Mar 2023 - 30 Apr 2023

At the Back of the Fridge, & Shopping with a List - Love Food Hate Waste

Learn creative new ideas to use up those forgotten ingredients hiding at the back of your fridge, with hints on how to create delicious and nutritious dishes from common leftovers.

19 Jan 2023 - 25 May 2023

Ranger guided walk - Free

Learn about the unique flora and fauna that call the forest and waterways home and important environmental issues that we face today in the reserve.

07 Mar 2023 - 05 Dec 2023

Book Chat - Kumeū

Join a lively discussion of what we have all been reading.

11 Apr 2023

DIY Reusable Bag - Mahurangi East Library

Make a reusable fabric bag from a light coloured T-Shirt.

11 Apr 2023

Slippery Skinks & Geckos Talk

Learn about conservation of these critters & how to build a predator-resistant lizard home with the team from Auckland Zoo