The Power of Telling Stories
The Power of Telling Stories (taken from Village News, Mairangi Bay publication, p. 29, June 2025, Issue 174) By Ruth Greenaway (ANCAD – Writer and Storyteller – contractor). One of the best ways to ...
Supporting free art classes in Takapuna
The article below is taken from ANCAD’s Community Voices – Autumn Issue 2025. An art class can bring joy, contentment, new friendships, community, creative challenges, and personal growth. For Heloisa Barczak, art has always ...
North Shore Chinese Community Network Trust
I took on the role of Community Facilitator for the North Shore Chinese Community Network Trust (NZCCNT) a little over 18 months ago. We are a local organisation deeply connected with the local Chinese ...
Safe Spaces for Young People and their Whānau
Safe Spaces for Young People and their Whānau An update on our Safe Space initiative as we reflect on the 6-month pilot in Takapuna and look to the project’s continuation and potential for ...
Community Voices – Autumn Issue is now out!
Download your free copy now of the latest Community Voices magazine from ANCAD (Autumn Issue) here below. Read articles and stories that include about Old Mother Hubbard’s Cupboard, State of the Nation 2025: key ...
ANCAD acknowledges the passing of Ann Hartley QSO
ANCAD acknowledges the recent passing of former Labour MP and Mayor of Auckland’s North Shore City, Ann Hartley QSO. Ann was a great supporter of ANCAD for many years. In her valedictory speech (February ...
ANCAD CELEBRATES 50 YEARS MILESTONE!
Over 100 people attended the special ANCAD 50th Anniversary Luncheon, held on October 17th in the Takapuna Senior Citizens Hall. Auckland North Community and Development (ANCAD) has celebrated its 50th anniversary, with a very ...
Checklist for making a funding application
Checklist for Making an Application Before making an application, make sure that the following has been checked: ☐ The criteria of the funder. ☐ The closing date for the application. When ...
Discover the Perfect Funding Partner for Your Project
Looking for funding? We know how important it is to find the right support for your projects. That’s why we’ve put together this list of potential funders for you to explore. Just a heads ...
Creating a Funding Plan: A Friendly Guide
Creating a Funding Plan: A Friendly Guide Understand Your Needs – Start by identifying what you need funding for. Is it a new project, an ongoing program, or operational costs? Be specific about ...