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200+ reasons to vote in Auckland local elections
Local elections season is well underway with nearly 25,000 votes already returned.
Fix and Finish Fund: green light for Waikōwhai Coastal Tracks repairs
Picturesque coastal connections around the Manukau Harbour will be restored by 2027, thanks to securing a portion of the Fix and Finish Fund.
Epsom Library upgrades to be completed a year earlier with Fix and Finish Funds
The Epsom Library will undergo a multi-million-dollar upgrade – following a successful Fix and Finish Fund application.
Local elections: Can Auckland count on you?
Voting papers are being sent to enrolled voters between September 9 -22 so they can choose Auckland’s champions.
Who represents you?
The best news about these elections so far is that Aucklanders have more to choose from, with a record number of candidates nominated since 2013.
Who ticks your boxes in Auckland local elections?
Voting in the local elections opens on Tuesday 9 September and Aucklanders are invited to check out the candidate catalogue to learn about candidates.
All around the world in Puketāpapa
Puketāpapa is one of the most diverse areas in Aotearoa / New Zealand, and this rich diversity is acknowledged and celebrated through the Welcoming Communities programme.
Candidates confirmed
Auckland elections candidates have been announced. Who will you vote for?
A total of 477 nominations for Auckland Elections 2025 were received as at midday Friday 1 August when nominations closed.
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Giant Mud Pie Kitchen
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Wonderful world of tiger worms workshop for kids
A fun, hands-on worm farming workshop for kids and whānau.
Silent Disco
Dance, move, and enjoy music in a unique headphone-powered party.
Pop Up Play
Jump into fun, interactive activities popping up around your community.
Wild Streets Festival of Play
Celebrate play, creativity, and movement in your local streets.
Young Guns Skate School
Learn skating skills and confidence in a fun, youth-focused setting.
Pop Up Play - Pasifika Play
Enjoy cultural games and creative play in a vibrant community setting.