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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.
Fresh air and fresh tracks: Explore West Auckland’s natural beauty on foot
From coastal clifftops to lush native forest, bustling town centres to peaceful riverside paths, West Auckland offers some of the most varied and rewarding walks in Tāmaki Makaurau.
Sole Māori names for nine more parks across Waitākere Ranges
Nine more parks in the Waitākere Ranges now carry sole Māori names, replacing their existing English ones.
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.
Waitākere Ranges unveils local climate action plan
An action plan setting out a local roadmap to reduce carbon emissions and help the community adapt to a changing climate in the Waitākere Ranges Local Board area has been adopted.
Time to bring your creative ideas to life
Time is running out for Henderson-Massey performers, musicians, creatives, and artists to submit their funding requests for community projects taking place between October 2025 and June 2026.
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.
Events
Seed Paper Making - Tamariki Workshop
Create plantable seed paper using recycled materials in this fun, hands-on eco craft, perfect for...
Glen Eden Library Shared Reading Group
Join our friendly group for a relaxed shared reading experience with like-minded readers from the...
Seed, seedling and produce swap
It's a wonderful way to reduce waste, diversify your garden, and meet like-minded community membe...
Glen Eden Library Summer School Holiday Programme
Keep your tamariki reading, exploring and creating all summer long with Raumati Reads, your passp...
Elvis in the Park
Bring your chair, suntan lotion, water, hat and whatever else you need to be comfortable.
Summer Holidays with Titirangi Library
A summer of fun is waiting, drop in, get creative, and make something awesome.
Rānui Book Chat
Come along, connect with fellow readers, and get inspired — we’d love to see you there!
