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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.
Fresh air and fresh tracks: Explore West Auckland’s natural beauty on foot
From coastal clifftops to lush native forest, bustling town centres to peaceful riverside paths, West Auckland offers some of the most varied and rewarding walks in Tāmaki Makaurau.
Sole Māori names for nine more parks across Waitākere Ranges
Nine more parks in the Waitākere Ranges now carry sole Māori names, replacing their existing English ones.
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.
Waitākere Ranges unveils local climate action plan
An action plan setting out a local roadmap to reduce carbon emissions and help the community adapt to a changing climate in the Waitākere Ranges Local Board area has been adopted.
Time to bring your creative ideas to life
Time is running out for Henderson-Massey performers, musicians, creatives, and artists to submit their funding requests for community projects taking place between October 2025 and June 2026.
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.
Events
Te Manawa Rhymetime
Join our Rhymetime sessions with songs, movement and finger rhymes for pre-schoolers and their ca...
Mornings by the Stream in Glen Eden
This is a great way to make community connections while enjoying our hidden natural gems.
Digital Drop-in
These walk-in sessions are for people from all walks of life to ask questions about their digital...
Bilingual Rhymetime
Come along to our bilingual Rhymetime every Wednesday, from 10:30am to 11am.
Christmas String & Nail Art - Tamariki Workshop
Create festive, eco-friendly string and nail art using reclaimed materials in this fun, hands-on...
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.
Knitting Club
Pop along and join a friendly knitting group that knits for those in need.
