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The Pou events of Matariki Festival
Experience waka paddling, mahi toi (arts), kite making, kapa haka and lots more.
Nominate a mate to stand for Auckland
Auckland Council is looking for passionate Aucklanders from different backgrounds to bring fresh perspectives and a wide range of skills to its decision-making table.
Backing community priorities for Franklin
Franklin Local Board has adopted its 2025/2026 work programme guided by community feedback from residents, community groups and mana whenua.
First nominations are in
Auckland elections candidates: by the numbers - total Auckland local elections nominations received as at Friday 11 July.
Look out – here come Auckland’s elections candidates
Nominations are now open for local elections candidates, until Friday 1 August, midday.
McNicol Homestead & Museum revived
McNicol Homestead & Museum, a well-loved heritage site in Clevedon, has re-opened to the public following a major renewal project that began in 2024.
Where are all the candidates?
Nominations for Auckland’s local elections open on Friday 4 July, and with elections looming on the horizon in October, so far only a few candidates have publicly announced they’re standing.
Safety measures for Auckland Council’s elected members and candidates
Being an elected member in local government is an essential, valuable and rewarding role.
Events
Beachlands community stop
The mobile library is a pickup location for items ordered online – just look for Mobile South & E...
Rooseville Reserve - Ranger Guided Walk
Learn about the native flora and fauna and of the forest habitat as well as the unique geological...
Raumati Reads Puzzle Day
Try some of our puzzles, brain teasers and jigsaws or create your own and challenge your friends.
Christmas Decoration Painting
Come and make a Christmas decoration out of recycled materials with Waiuku Zero Waste.
Raumati Reads Engineering Challenge
Face this engineering challenge and protect your egg from a fall.
Ramati Reads Hat Craft
Turn your love of reading into a wearable hat design.
