Rodney Local Board

07/09/2026

We're proud to support Kiwi Avoidance Training and the important work being done to protect kiwi across Rodney.

It was fantastic to see 30 dogs and their owners attend the recent fully booked session at Point Wells.

Thanks to everyone who took part in helping keep our native wildlife safe. If your dog needs training or a refresher, the next session is at Matakana Pony Club on 19 September. Link below.

06/09/2026

Looking for a fun family day out? 🎴✨

Decked Out: Wellsford Card Show & Cosplay Event is coming to Wellsford Community Centre on 14 November, with trading cards, cosplay, collectibles and plenty of community fun.

See the post below for details and stall registrations. 👇

04/09/2026

🍽️ Auckland Heritage Festival 2026 | 26 September - 11 October

Discover Tē Kete Kai o Kaipara and the food traditions that helped shape the region. Explore Māori and European fishing, cultivation and food preservation practices, enjoy hands-on demonstrations, and uncover local heritage stories.

📅 Sunday 4 October 2026 | 10.30am - 3.30pm
📍 Te Awaroa Museum, 98 Mill Road Helensville.

🔗 https://tinyurl.com/yck2amuh

04/09/2026

🔒 Want to stay safer online and learn how to spot scams?

Join this free Online Safety session during Adult Learners’ Week | He Tangata Mātauranga and learn how to recognise common scam tactics, protect yourself and your loved ones from fraud, and find out how banks are supporting people living with dementia to manage their finances safely.

📅 Thursday 10 September
⏰ 1.30pm to 2.30pm
📍 Warkworth Masonic Hall

Part of Adult Learners’ Week (7-13 September), celebrating lifelong learning through free events and workshops across Auckland.

An informative talk on scams, spotting phone scams and dementia friendly banking.  

02/09/2026

FREE cat desexing and microchipping – limited vouchers available.

We're supporting the Snip ‘n’ Chip campaign for cat owners in selected postcodes across our board area.

If you live near threatened species sites, you may be eligible for a FREE voucher to desex and microchip your cat.

Already desexed? You can still get a voucher for microchipping only.

✅ Check your eligibility via the link by entering your postcode – vouchers are limited in each area!

ℹ Book now: https://desexing.spca.nz/

31/08/2026

🎨 Got a creative idea for Rodney?

Time is running out! Applications for Creative Rodney close this Friday 4 September at 5pm.

If you're an artist, performer, musician or creative with an idea you'd love to bring to life, we'd love to hear from you. You don't need a fully developed plan, just a great idea and a few minutes to complete the application.

Apply here: https://tinyurl.com/39pph8ck

29/08/2026

Kia ora Auckland, Metservice have updated the Heavy Rain Watch to a Heavy Rain Warning - Orange🟧 🌧☔️ for Auckland, including Aotea Great Barrier Island.
🕒 From 9am Saturday 29 August until 2am Sunday 30 August (17 Hours).
Expect 60 to 100 mm of rain, possibly more in localised downpours. Peak rates of 15 to 25 mm/h, but possible 25 to 40 mm/hr in downpours mainly from this evening. Low chance of upgrading to a Red Warning.

27/08/2026

🍽️ Auckland Heritage Festival 2026 | 26 September - 11 October

This year's theme, Tastes of Tāmaki: A Heritage Feast, celebrates Auckland's food heritage and the stories, cultures and communities behind it.

Looking for something local? Check out these great events:

🥘 Shared Flavours of Warkworth's Diverse Community
https://tinyurl.com/pae4vvz5

🍎 Auckland's Fruitbowl Exhibition
https://tinyurl.com/3h2c9e7y

🏠 A Touch of Edmonds at Couldrey House
https://tinyurl.com/3xzz6zmu

🦪 Mahurangi Harbour: 60 Years of Oyster Farming
https://tinyurl.com/3xus2zry

With free and low-cost events on offer, there's something for everyone. ✨

26/08/2026

Today we got out and about to see recently completed projects and future plans across north Rodney, from Puhoi to Port Albert and then Kaukapakapa, Waitoki and Wainui.

Highlights included:

✅ Puhoi footpath to the village and renewed library
✅ Safety and accessibility improvements around Jubilee Park, the community-funded pump track and car park and pedestrian gate and path
✅ New courts and future plans for Wellsford Centennial Park
✅ Upcoming playground renewal and new skate park at Te Hana
✅ New tennis courts, car park, jetty and park furniture in Port Albert
✅ Car park entrances and student-designed pathway artwork in Kaukapakapa.

Plus plenty of other projects along the way!

It was great to see the fantastic difference these projects are making in our communities, and also looking ahead to what's next. 🌿🚴‍♀️🏀👣

25/08/2026

You are welcome to attend our upcoming open workshops:
🔹 Wednesday 2 September
🔹 Wednesday 9 September
🔹 Wednesday 23 September

Join us in-person at our Warkworth office or via MS Teams.
The online link for workshops and business meetings, will be available on the agenda.

🔹Extraordinary Business Meeting: Wednesday 2 September in Warkworth
🔹Business Meeting: Wednesday 16 September in Warkworth.

ℹ Meeting and workshop agendas will be available two working days before each event on our website at https://aucklandcouncil.resolve.red/portal/