Rodney Local Board

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. 🌿🚴‍♀️🏀👣

🐟 Helping protect Lake Tomarata

To manage pest fish populations (rudd and tench) before spring, Lake Tomarata will be temporarily closed on 24-25 August 2026.

While the reserve stays open, please:
🔹Stay out of the water
🔹Do not use boats on the lake
🔹Keep dogs away from the water. Gill nets are installed and could pose a snag risk.

Signs will be in place to remind visitors of the temporary restrictions.

The nets will be removed on Tuesday afternoon, with the lake reopening for normal swimming, boating and recreation once the work is complete. Thanks for your support while we carry out this important pest fish control programme.

Great to see our young people coming together through skateboarding, creativity and community connection. If you're in the area, head along to the Matakana Pump Track on 30 August and check it out.

Building strong local connections and supporting community preparedness was the focus of the Rodney Community Emergency Readiness event, which brought together more than 50 community leaders and Community Emergency Hub reps from across Rodney.

The day was all about making connections, sharing ideas and learning from one another, with highlights being building relationships and recognising that we're all in this together when it comes to supporting our communities. Thank you to everyone who attended and helped make the event such a success.

For everything you need to know about community emergency readiness in Rodney, read the plan at https://tinyurl.com/2nduzm8b

✨ Calling all Bridgerton fans! ✨

Enjoy an elegant evening at Warkworth Town Hall featuring a live string quartet and vocalist Valorie Lafaele, performing music inspired by the beloved series.

With a special guest performance from Flow Academy, Regency-inspired dress-ups encouraged, and picnic grazing boxes available to pre-order, this promises to be a magical night out.

🗓 Saturday 15 August 2026 - 7pm-9.30pm
🎟️ Ticket details here: https://tinyurl.com/y82ajf39

What's happening in Rodney this year?

From new places for kids to play and support for local events, to protecting beaches, bush and waterways, we've highlighted five projects that will make a difference close to home.

We have adopted our latest Local Board Agreement through our council's Annual Plan, setting out investment and priorities for the year ahead.

👉Read more here: https://tinyurl.com/b3k9yjpc
👍Read Rodney's Local Board Agreement: https://tinyurl.com/RODLBA2627

Looking for funding to help make a difference in Rodney? There are two great funding opportunities open now.

🌱 Waste Minimisation and Innovation Fund
Grants from $1,000 to $50,000 for projects that reduce waste and keep valuable resources out of landfill.
⏰ Closes 31 August 2026
🔗 https://tinyurl.com/mrsjmeam

🏛️ Regional Historic Heritage Grant Programme
Funding of up to $50,000 to help protect and preserve Auckland's historic heritage places.
⏰ Closes 14 September 2026
🔗 https://tinyurl.com/bdhf9zs3

Have an idea? Apply now and bring it to life.👏