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No voting papers? No problem!
It’s time to vote in Auckland’s local elections, which means you should have received your voting pack in the letterbox by now.
200+ reasons to vote in Auckland local elections
Local elections season is well underway with nearly 25,000 votes already returned.
New lease crosses the line at Rosebank Speedway
Speedway fans can look forward to at least five more years of events at Rosebank Domain, thanks to Whau Local Board.
New $1.7m playground coming for Avondale
A major upgrade to the Avondale Central Reserve playground has been secured, after the Governing Body approved Whau Local Board’s submission for funding through Auckland Council’s new Fix and Finish Fund.
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.
EcoMatters Bike Hubs celebrate 100,000 visitors
An initiative that began in a single shipping container in New Lynn has now welcomed more than 100,000 visitors across a growing network of community bike hubs in Tāmaki Makaurau.
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.
Events
Tasting the main street
Join us on a tasting walk along the main street of Avondale with Melissa Laing and Whau the People.
Wonderful world of tiger worms workshop for kids
A fun, hands-on worm farming workshop for kids and whānau.
Microgreens workshop for kids
A fun, hands-on microgreens workshop for kids and their caregivers.
Kangatraining
Experience fun and safe postnatal fitness without the need for a babysitter!
New Lynn Chess Club
Come along and learn how to play chess, practice your skills and make some new friends!
Waipareira Whānau Support Centres
Visit one of our whānau-supported centres, proudly delivered by Te Whānau o Waipareira.
Nature Play
Explore, climb and connect with the outdoors in playful activities.