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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.
Walkway and bridge links Warkworth destinations
The newly built walkway in Kōwhai Park links the community transport hub, Warkworth Showgrounds and Heritage Lane.
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.
Parks for everyone: Rodney report puts accessibility in focus
Accessibility assessments of four Rodney parks highlights the need to make play spaces more inclusive for children and caregivers of all abilities.
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.
Where are all the candidates?
Nominations for Auckland’s local elections open on Friday 4 July, and with elections looming on the horizon in October, so far only a few candidates have publicly announced they’re standing.
Events
Make, give, live
Come along for a social enterprise connecting people who want to use their knitting and crochetin...
World of tiger worms
Dive into the fascinating world of tiger worms and discover how these tiny composting heroes turn...
Community singing
Join us to sing songs you know and love in a friendly, supportive setting.
Santa Community sing-a-long
Join Santa and his Helensville Library elves in a community sing-a-long.
Santa storytime and crafts
Join Santa and his Helensville Library elves for stories and songs, followed by crafts.
The village market Helensville Showgrounds
A lively and family friendly market that offers a variety of stalls, live music, free face painti...
Kids' New Year's Eve Dance Party
A New Year's Eve Dance Party for kids and their grown-ups.
Grow Your Own Greens
Learn how to cultivate these nutritious greens at home, from seed to harvest, and create a salad...
