Hero image

Local

News

Community 12 Dec 2025

Northern local boards mark 15 Years of Auckland Council

Auckland Council turns 15 this month! To mark the milestone, we’re celebrating local projects that have made a difference in our communities — see the highlights from north of the Harbour Bridge.

14-24 year olds 1 Dec 2025

Building community and play at Red Beach Park

A favourite local spot for Red Beach families is the park on William Bayes Road, just a short stroll from the beach.

14-24 year olds 1 Dec 2025

North Shore Baseball finds its swing at Unsworth Heights

For North Shore City Baseball Club, the diamond at Caribbean Sportsfield has become an important part of life on the North Shore.

Elections 18 Oct 2025

Finally elected! Auckland local elections 2025 results declared

The final count is in and the results are officially confirmed.

UPDATE: final results delayed due to unprecendented volume of special votes
Elections 16 Oct 2025

Thousands more votes counted in Auckland local elections

On Saturday morning more than 68,500 votes were cast, bringing Auckland’s voter turnout to 28.8 percent. 

Elections 11 Oct 2025

Voting closed for Auckland local elections

The last-minute flurry of Aucklanders dropping their votes is now over as the clock has struck midday, with council staff sealing all vote boxes across the region.

UPDATE: newcomers and close calls in councillor's race announced
Elections 11 Oct 2025

First glimpse of Auckland local elections results – who’s leading?

The news that many Aucklanders have been eager to hear.

Parks / Outdoors 9 Oct 2025

Plan adopted for future proofing Mairangi Bay Reserves

A key step has been taken to help protect and enhance one of Auckland’s most popular coastal reserves for future generations.

Events

07 Jan 2026 - 07 Mar 2026

Messy Play

Dive into sensory fun with hands-on messy activities for all ages.

08 Jan 2026

Music in Parks Milford Beach - Blues & Rock

Free blues and rock show returns to Milford Beach Reserve.

09 Jan 2026

Music in Parks Milford Beach - Pop

Kirsten Morrell and Miss World bring sunset indie-pop magic to Milford Reserve.

10 Jan 2026

Music In Parks Milford Beach - Electro

CHAII and Bridges electrify Milford beach with a free pop-electronic night.

10 Jan 2026 - 06 Jun 2026

Dragon Beats

Drum, dance, and celebrate with vibrant music and rhythm activities.

14 Jan 2026 - 19 Jan 2026

Wellness Riders Skate Clinic

Community skate sessions focused on fun, fitness, and friendship

15 Jan 2026 - 25 Apr 2026

Pop Up Play - Pasifika Play

Enjoy cultural games and creative play in a vibrant community setting.

17 Jan 2026 - 07 Feb 2026

Pop Up Play

Jump into fun, interactive activities popping up around your community.