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Māori outcomes 17 Oct 2025

Ancestral name restored to Point Erin Park

The ancestral Māori name of Te Oka has been reinstated at Point Erin Park, creating a dual name.

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. 

Hauraki Gulf 16 Oct 2025

Cath Handley and Robin Tucker leave Waiheke board

After years of dedicated service to the Waiheke Local Board, members Cath Handley and Robin Tucker are stepping down, leaving behind a legacy of passionate community action and advocacy for the motu. 

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.

10 Oct 2025

Brenda Brady steps down after 24 years

After more than two decades of service, Brenda says it’s time to make way for the next generation of leaders.

10 Oct 2025

The garden of Albert-Eden: new festival celebrates all things green

The inaugural Albert-Eden Garden Festival will showcase small-space gardening ideas, sustainability tips and community creativity.

Events

22 Feb 2026

A Doggy Day Out

Join us for our second annual Northcote Doggie Day Out!

22 Feb 2026

Circus Party

Enjoy a day packed with joy and be part of the fun with hands-on workshops with Circability, wher...

22 Feb 2026

Flood resilience workshop

Learn how to keep yourself safe and resilient in flood emergency scenarios, and have the opportun...

22 Feb 2026

FREE Introduction to Composting Birkenhead

Come and discover how easy it is, and what suits you best!

22 Feb 2026

Kintsugi Workshop

Learn the magical art of Kintsugi with Artist Ema Frost in this new Workshop.

07 Feb 2026 - 22 Feb 2026

Sail Aboard SS Puke

Get fired up with us and experience the oldest operating steam-powered tug in Aotearoa. Climb abo...

29 Nov 2025 - 25 Oct 2026

Rānui seed, seedling & produce swap

Join Rānui Library’s Seed, Seedling & Produce Swap to share, swap, and connect with fellow garden...

23 Feb 2026 - 01 Mar 2026

Vector Lights for BNZ Auckland Lantern Festival 2026

Enjoy a spectacular light and sound show on the iconic Auckland Harbour Bridge as we welcome in t...