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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.
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Te Manawa Digital Drop-in
Drop in to our sessions for a one-on-one digital coaching with our tech-passionate librarians!
Te Manawa Kids Play
A drop-in session for active babies and toddlers in the Children’s space! Tamariki can play with...
Movie Monday at Rānui Library
Whether you're keen to discover something new or just want a quiet place to unwind, Movie Monday...
Macramé a Christmas Decoration
Create festive macramé decorations using reclaimed materials in this fun, sustainable workshop.
Whānau Friendly Exercise Class
Join Matavaine on Tuesdays for a free energising exercise.
Wāhi Kōrero
Come and join us at Rānui Library to learn and practise Te Reo Māori through kēmu (games) an...
Te Manawa Wriggle & Rhyme
Wriggle and Rhyme promotes active movement and brain development for babies and toddlers aged 2 y...
Good friends group
Join us over a cuppa every Tuesday morning for our friendly Good Friends Group.
