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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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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
First glimpse of Auckland local elections results – who’s leading?
The news that many Aucklanders have been eager to hear.
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.
Events
Tool sharpening basics for secateurs and spades
Learn-as-you-go workshop on sharpening essential garden tools.
Hospice Awareness Week Exhibition
This pop-up exhibition uses portraiture and storytelling to humanise the impact of hospice care.
Love your awa - Stream workshop
Discover the magic of your local waterways at Love Your Awa - a hands‑on, nature‑immersive stream...
Curious Curator: a guided walk
Join our curious curator, Barbara, for a guided walk exploring some of the botanic garden’s most...
Flax weaving
Begin your harakeke journey and create beautiful woven projects.
Manurewa Library Book Club
We meet every month to discuss our book of the month with friends and a coffee.
Family History Help
Join library staff and volunteers from the Papakura branch, New Zealand Society of Genealogists o...
Paper making with weeds
Transform common garden weeds into beautiful eco-friendly handmade paper.