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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.

Plans / Projects 20 Aug 2025

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.

Kids / Family 19 Aug 2025

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
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.

Elections 31 Jul 2025

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.

Elections 25 Jul 2025

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.

Arts 18 Jul 2025

Local creativity on display at Upper Harbour Open Art Studios

Open Art Studios made its debut in Upper Harbour, featuring 16 artists across seven studios and drawing strong community interest.

Events

09 Apr 2026 - 17 Dec 2026

Microgreens workshop for kids

A fun, hands-on microgreens workshop for kids and their caregivers.

11 Apr 2026

Eid Carnival 2026

Eid Carnival 2026 features a blend of traditional and modern festivities, including mechanical ri...

02 Mar 2026 - 07 Dec 2026

Whangaparāoa Library Book Club

Whether you’re a lifelong reader or simply enjoy a good story, our library book group is a welcom...

15 Apr 2026 - 17 Dec 2026

Wonderful world of tiger worms workshop for kids

A fun, hands-on worm farming workshop for kids and whānau.

19 Apr 2026

Climate-Resistant Gardening

Join organic gardener, Dee Pignéguy, for a practical talk on gardening for a changing climate.

02 Dec 2025 - 17 Jun 2026

Cloth nappies, parenting and more

Join us for this insightful and humorous session tailored for parents looking to make sustainable...