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Māori outcomes 17 Oct 2025

Ancestral name restored to Point Erin Park

The ancestral Māori name of Te Oka has been reinstated at Point Erin Park, creating a dual name.

UPDATE: final results delayed due to unprecendented volume of special votes
Elections 16 Oct 2025

Thousands more votes counted in Auckland local elections

On Saturday morning more than 68,500 votes were cast, bringing Auckland’s voter turnout to 28.8 percent. 

Hauraki Gulf 16 Oct 2025

Cath Handley and Robin Tucker leave Waiheke board

After years of dedicated service to the Waiheke Local Board, members Cath Handley and Robin Tucker are stepping down, leaving behind a legacy of passionate community action and advocacy for the motu. 

Elections 11 Oct 2025

Voting closed for Auckland local elections

The last-minute flurry of Aucklanders dropping their votes is now over as the clock has struck midday, with council staff sealing all vote boxes across the region.

UPDATE: newcomers and close calls in councillor's race announced
Elections 11 Oct 2025

First glimpse of Auckland local elections results – who’s leading?

The news that many Aucklanders have been eager to hear.

10 Oct 2025

Brenda Brady steps down after 24 years

After more than two decades of service, Brenda says it’s time to make way for the next generation of leaders.

10 Oct 2025

The garden of Albert-Eden: new festival celebrates all things green

The inaugural Albert-Eden Garden Festival will showcase small-space gardening ideas, sustainability tips and community creativity.

Events

06 Dec 2025

Donkey Santa Fun Day

Enjoy Santa, donkey rides, traditional games, a free BBQ, and more!

06 Dec 2025

Family History Workshop: Australian and Pacific Island Research

Join us for a presentation on researching family history in your country of interest, followed by...

06 Dec 2025

Highwic Christmas Wreath Making Workshop

Carefully crafted using traditional mixed foliage, your wreath will take centre stage at home.

06 Dec 2025

New Heaven & New Earth book launch

“New Heaven & New Earth” concert and book launch of two new books, 'Palabra Ancestral' and 'Songs...

06 Dec 2025

Northcote Board Games Bonanza

Come and learn or play games like chess, mahjong, Go and Chinese chess with other locals.

06 Dec 2025

NYEGE: A Festive Wellness Carnival

A joyful, family-friendly fusion of movement, music, and Afro-diasporic energy in the heart of su...

06 Dec 2025

Ōwairaka and Wesley Community Day

The Community Day offers an excellent opportunity for individuals of all ages and abilities to co...

06 Dec 2025

Papa Ki Awataha Regeneration

Make a day of it by exploring the nearby playgrounds and green spaces afterwards, or enjoy a bite...