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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
Wild Streets Festival of Play
Celebrate play, creativity, and movement in your local streets.
Young Guns Skate School
Learn skating skills and confidence in a fun, youth-focused setting.
Silent Disco
Dance, move, and enjoy music in a unique headphone-powered party.
SpinPoi
Learn to twirl and flow with colourful poi in a fun, beginner-friendly session.
Grow Your Own Greens
Learn how to cultivate these nutritious greens at home, from seed to harvest, and create a salad...
Cloth nappies, parenting and more
Join us for this insightful and humorous session tailored for parents looking to make sustainable...
Seniors give it a go
Friendly, fun activities designed for seniors to get active and social.
