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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.
Auckland's elections candidate numbers trending up from 2022
Nominations received so far for candidates standing in Auckland local elections are up from this time last elections.
Making the school run safer in Avondale
A new raised pedestrian crossing is on the way for St Georges Road, Avondale.
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.
Avondale Community Centre closes for safety reasons
The Avondale Community Centre has closed its doors permanently after testing revealed high levels of black mould in the building.
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.
Whau celebrates nine days of Pasifika power
Whau Pasifika Festival is making a vibrant return—bringing nine events over nine days in a powerful celebration of kotahitanga.
Events
Avondale Library Summer School Holidays
Unleash your imagination this summer with festive makes, quests, art, science and more.
Christmas fun for Preschoolers at Blockhouse Bay Library
Festive stories, songs, rhymes for children.
Rhyme Time with Stories at Avondale Library
Join our rhyme time sessions with stories, songs, and movements.
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.
Board Games Afternoon
Join us for a fun board game afternoon, bring your friends family, try different board games and...
