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Community 12 Dec 2025

Reflecting on 15 years: Auckland Council and southern communities

From new parks to major upgrades, South Auckland’s local boards are behind some of the biggest wins for our communities - creating spaces and opportunities that bring people together and build pride in our place.

Climate action 4 Nov 2025

Planting for the future in Manurewa

The project builds on the success of Te Maara Kai o Wirihana, the school’s established urban farm, and marks an exciting new chapter in its journey toward a more sustainable and self sufficient future.

Waste 22 Oct 2025

Have your say on the future of rubbish collections in parts of Clendon Park and Weymouth

Auckland Council is proposing a six-month trial of fortnightly kerbside rubbish collections in parts of Clendon Park and Weymouth.

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.

Community 9 Oct 2025

100 Years of Nathan Homestead: Re-opening marks new chapter  

Nathan Homestead is re-opening its doors on Monday 13 October, welcoming the community back after a major restoration led by Auckland Council and Manurewa Local Board.

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04 May 2026 - 08 Jun 2026

Street dance classes

Step into the world of hip hop and street dance with Projekt Team!

04 May 2026 - 29 Jun 2026

Air dry silk clay workshop

A hands-on workshop full of imagination, learning and fun.

04 May 2026 - 29 Jun 2026

Intermediate drama: Main stage stars

Young actors will be empowered to collaborate, explore and unleash their creativity while having...

04 May 2026 - 29 Jun 2026

Junior drama: Beginners on stage

We offer engaging acting classes designed to encourage creativity, collaboration and spark the im...

28 Apr 2026 - 29 Jun 2026

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16 Mar 2026 - 14 Dec 2026

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Drop in to our sessions for one-on-one digital coaching with our tech-passionate librarians.

05 May 2026 - 16 Jun 2026

Guided Ranger Walks

Join our guided walks across Auckland’s most cherished natural spaces. These relaxed walks invite...

28 Apr 2026 - 29 Jun 2026

Ceramic Critters

Get creative with clay in this hands-on ceramics class designed especially for kids!