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Elections 23 Sep 2025

No voting papers? No problem!

It’s time to vote in Auckland’s local elections, which means you should have received your voting pack in the letterbox by now.

Elections 18 Sep 2025

200+ reasons to vote in Auckland local elections

Local elections season is well underway with nearly 25,000 votes already returned.

Community 12 Sep 2025

New lease crosses the line at Rosebank Speedway

Speedway fans can look forward to at least five more years of events at Rosebank Domain, thanks to Whau Local Board.

Community 9 Sep 2025

New $1.7m playground coming for Avondale

A major upgrade to the Avondale Central Reserve playground has been secured, after the Governing Body approved Whau Local Board’s submission for funding through Auckland Council’s new Fix and Finish Fund.

Elections 4 Sep 2025

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.

Elections 1 Sep 2025

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.

Community 21 Aug 2025

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. 

Candidates confirmed
Elections 4 Aug 2025

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.

Events

09 May 2026

Cello and violin duo

Two amazing and promising musicians will perform beautiful romantic pieces.

09 May 2026

Dundale Stream care session

Come and help us clean up rubbish and debris so we can get ready for planting.

10 May 2026

NZ Music Month: Kairos - Avondale Library

Originals and covers across acoustic blues, rock and indie folk.

14 May 2026

Everyday money tips and getting savvy with savings

Join us in this workshop around financial tips and creating a plan around savings.

16 May 2026

Auckland Youth Symphonic Band

Come along to see young musicians showcase their incredible talent in a live performance.

16 May 2026

Cultures of the Whau

Join us as we come together to celebrate the diverse cultures within the Whau area of Tāmaki Maka...

16 May 2026

Harp recital

Experience the beautiful spellbinding sounds of the harp, played by local harpist Joelle.

20 Apr 2026 - 21 Dec 2026

Hindi Book Club

Come together to read, share and discuss Hindi books of your choice, ranging from light fiction,...