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Have your say 2 Mar 2023

Have your say on tough budget choices for Rodney

With consultation now open on Auckland Council’s Annual Budget, Rodney residents are being urged to give their feedback on proposals that impact the area.

Community 18 Nov 2022

Where to next for Wellsford's cherished Centennial Park?

The public now has a chance to influence the future of Wellsford's much-loved Centennial Park.

Plans / Projects 9 Nov 2022

Next steps for Puhinui / Warkworth Centre Plan

Warkworth residents are sharing views for a plan to ensure the town is well-designed and meets the needs of the whole community over time.

Council news 23 Sep 2022

Pirrie steps down after nine years of service for Rodney

Colleagues of Rodney Local Board Chair Phelan Pirrie, who is standing down for local politics, say his ability to find innovative ways of doing things, commitment to delivering results and strong community advocacy will be sadly missed.

Libraries 22 Sep 2022

Essential works begin at Helensville War Memorial Hall and Library

Essential works to upgrade and strengthen the Helensville War Memorial Hall and Library will get underway this month.

Community 14 Sep 2022

Warkworth students’ ideas welcomed in new playground

Students from Te Kura o Puhinui / Warkworth School helped design a new playground at Shoesmith Reserve that opened in August.

Cleaning up our environment 9 Aug 2022

Waterways Protection Fund extended

Aotea / Great Barrier, Papakura, Franklin and Rodney, are all now part of the Regional Waterways Protection Fund.

Events

19 May 2024 - 20 Oct 2024

Death Café

Join us for coffee, cake and open conversations about death and dying.

21 Jan 2024 - 15 Dec 2024

The Village Market Helensville Showgrounds

You can find fresh local produce and plants, artisan food and preserves, handmade crafts, gifts,...

25 Jul 2024 - 27 Dec 2024

Book Chat at Helensville Library

Chat about books you've read and loved (or hated!) recently.

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...

25 Oct 2024

Gibbs Farm fundraiser for Tamahunga Trappers

Tamahunga Trappers Inc. Society is excited to offer a visit to Gibbs Farm as a fundraiser for our...

26 Oct 2024 - 28 Oct 2024

ARTS in the VILLE

Come and take advantage of this great opportunity to view, discuss and purchase art pieces from a...

27 Oct 2024

Stay Safe This Summer! Essential Water Safety Tips

Learn how to properly select and wear lifejackets, and take advantage of free lifejacket loans fr...

29 Oct 2024

Hibiscus Coast Genealogy's Exploring Your DNA

Join John Curtis of the Hibiscus Coast Genealogy Society for an engaging exploration of DNA testi...