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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.
200+ reasons to vote in Auckland local elections
Local elections season is well underway with nearly 25,000 votes already returned.
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.
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.
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.
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
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
Wriggle and Rhyme with Eliette's Music Academy
Join us for a special session in celebration of NZ Music Month.
Rhyme Time with Eliette's Music Academy
Come along for a special session in celebration of NZ Music Month.
NZ Music Month: Bad for Education | William Walker at Avondale Library
Join us at for a solo-set from Bad for Education founder, lead singer, and guitarist, William Wal...
NZ Music Month: Kairos - Blockhouse Bay Library
Kairos play an energetic mix of instrumentals and songs.
Make your own musical instruments
Celebrate NZ Music Month by creating your very own tambourine and shaker.
NZ Music Month: Spellodies at Avondale Library
Come along for a high energy set packed with catchy songs and comedy sketches.
Knit a pair of beautiful lace mitts
Learn some new skills and stitch combinations to knit a pair of lace mitts.
Adult digital class - TradeMe
An introduction to the TradeMe platform, covering online trading basics to help you stay safe whi...