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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.
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.
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.
Events
Boundaries of Adaptation
A sculptural exploration of the moment where adaptation turns into boundary.
Wriggle & Rhyme
The sessions incorporates the use of te reo Māori, enriching the experience of Te ao Māori cultur...
Rock, Paper, Stamp
Drop in for a hands-on stamp printmaking session with artist Rose Meyer, exploring the volcanic l...
N0ughty Box
Discover playful surprises and creative fun with the Noughty Box.
Kultura sa Aotearoa
Discover the beauty of Filipino traditional attire, with stunning examples of barong tagalog and...
World of Cultures in Waiuku
Celebrate the many cultures of Franklin with a lively festival in the heart of Waiuku.
Author Talk - Laura Vincent
We invite you to a morning chatting with Laura Vincent about “Hoods Landing”, her debut work of f...
Celebrate Czech and Slovak culture through all the senses
Celebrate Czech and Slovak culture through hands-on demonstrations of traditional folklore Easter...