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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
Kemu Maori
Learn traditional Māori games and connect with cultural stories and activities.
Christmas Decoration Painting
Come and make a Christmas decoration out of recycled materials with Waiuku Zero Waste.
Wild Families Nature Play
Family-friendly outdoor adventures that connect children with nature.
Nature Play
Explore, climb, and connect with the outdoors in playful activities.
Nurture in Nature
Relax, explore, and connect with nature in a calm, guided session.
Gravity Play
Leap, climb, and explore movement in this fun, physics-inspired play session.
Loose Parts Play
Build, create, and explore using open-ended play materials
Giant Stand-up Paddleboarding
Glide across the water and enjoy a guided paddleboarding adventure.
