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New play spaces for Upper Harbour families
Families can now enjoy four neighbourhood playgrounds after major upgrades have made it easier to get outside and play.
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.
Celebrating diversity and building belonging in Upper Harbour
A new strategy designed to support Upper Harbour’s growing ethnic communities has been adopted by the local board.
New swings, slides and spaces to play in Hibiscus and Bays
Over the past eight months, five new playgrounds have opened across the Hibiscus and Bays Local Board area.
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.
Events
Digital Seniors free tech help for older people - Ōrewa Library
Our friendly, police-vetted volunteers are available to provide you with free one-on-one help to...
Whenuapai Settlement Playground community stop
Mobile Library North is a camper sized mobile library with collections for children and adults.
Storytime wā takinga paki - Ōrewa Library
Come along to our popular Storytimes with books, bubbles and waiata.
Mandarin Storytime
Join us for Mandarin Storytime, where children can explore the world of Mandarin through engaging...
Wriggle & Rhyme at Whangaparāoa Library
Join us on Thursday mornings during term time for a fun and interactive morning for you and your...
Carols in the Park 2025
Join us for a festive evening of Christmas carols and uplifting musical performances as we celebr...
Board Games for Adults
Come along to play a range of board games for adults aged 18 - 60+.
Crochet Club
Join us for crochet, coffee, and community—all skill levels welcome!
