New larger recycle bins are being delivered throughout Waitakere over the next month. These will replace the older smaller recycle bins. Residents will be notified what to do with the  [ Read More ]

A young visitor has died after falling while climbing Kitekite Falls at Piha. The Herald report is here: http://www.nzherald.co.nz/nz/news/article.cfm?c_id=1&objectid=11625227

Auckland Transport and the Waitakere Ranges Local Board are investigating what public transport services may be needed in the Waitakere Ranges area. Starting from this Friday 18 March, they are seeking feedback  [ Read More ]

After testing spraying in the Claude Abel Lily Pond, Parks has started to control the invasive Mexican water lily in the pond. The test spraying showed no residue of glyphosate,  [ Read More ]

At next Thursday’s Governing Body meeting, councillors will be voting on a proposal to pilot Retrofit loans to replace old septic tanks. This is part of the action plan to  [ Read More ]

As part of the Te Kawerau a Maki Claims Settlement Act 2015, the New Zealand Geographic Board has restored the traditional names to parts of the West Coast and wider  [ Read More ]

Auckland Transport is consulting on a proposal to install timber barriers along the south side of Seaview Road between the end of the existing barriers and the Domain gate. This  [ Read More ]

Waitakere Ranges Heritage Area Transport Guidelines Sept15 (no comments … Auckland Transport is consulting on Design Guidelines for roads in the Heritage Area. The message from Auckland Transport is: Good  [ Read More ]

Rubbish bins to replace the old pipe bins were installed in parks throughout Piha in time for Labour Day weekend. With grey-green metal and wooden sides, the bins fit in  [ Read More ]

Everything edible had disappeared by 2.30 and stall holders were counting their cash. A great day at Piha market and a boost to groups’ funds.