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Elections 11 Jul 2025

First nominations are in

Auckland elections candidates: by the numbers - total Auckland local elections nominations received as at Friday 11 July.

Community 10 Jul 2025

Can we get a chee hoo...for the good our grants do!

Applications for round one of the Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board 2025/2026 grants programme is open for projects over $2,000 in arts, community, environment, events, heritage, sports or recreation. Apply by 8 August 2025.

Community 10 Jul 2025

What’s on your plate? Local Grants make it great

Over $139,000 in grants supported 41 local projects/groups in Māngere Ōtāhuhu last year, and the Māngere-Ōtāhuhu Local Board is here for those who step up for their neighbourhood.

Community 10 Jul 2025

Double the Local (Rua te rohe)

A new community-led initiative is bringing movement, music, and mana back to the heart of Ōtara, with seniors at the centre, thanks to a partnership between the Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board and Total Healthcare Charitable Trust.

Community 10 Jul 2025

The Toy Library that could: 30 years of magic in Howick

The Howick and Pakūranga Toy Library recently celebrated 30 years of providing an invaluable service to families in East Auckland.

Community 10 Jul 2025

Ōtāhuhu’s hub, where all feel the love

A much-loved Community Centre in Ōtāhuhu has celebrated 34 years and continues to be the heart of community.

Community 10 Jul 2025

Albert-Eden allocates $31.2m for 2025/2026

Pt Chev's Coyle Park playground will be upgraded as part of the 25/26 funding plans

Community 10 Jul 2025

Maungakiekie-Tāmaki Local Board invests over $40m for 2025/2026

Community programmes, youth engagement, events and new placemaking are some of the highlights of the Maungakiekie-Tāmaki Local Board’s plans for this financial year. 

Events

05 Feb 2025 - 10 Dec 2025

Wriggle & Rhyme - Albany Village Library

A programme to educate parents and caregivers in active movement,

05 Feb 2025 - 20 Dec 2025

Digital Seniors free tech help for older people at Glenfield Library

Are you a senior who would like some help with your digital device?

05 Feb 2025 - 20 Dec 2025

Wā Pēpē : Babytime at Glenfield Library

Join us for singing, rhymes and movement in a nurturing environment for you and your babies under...

15 Jan 2025 - 17 Dec 2025

Book Chat

Come and join our Book Chat, share your favourite reads, make friends with other enthusiastic rea...

12 Jun 2024 - 10 Dec 2025

Takapuna Library Book Chat

Come along to Takapuna Library's monthly book chat to meet interesting people and discover the be...

17 Jul 2025 - 19 Jul 2025

How to Art - Fundraiser Season

Fresh from charming the art connoisseurs of Pōneke, the bananas are making a quick stop back in T...

17 Jul 2025 - 11 Dec 2025

Wā Pēpe - Baby Time

Bring along your pēpi and enjoy morning of tummy time, music and rhymes, specially created for 1...

17 Jul 2025 - 11 Dec 2025

Wriggle and Rhyme

Join us for Wriggle and Rhyme, a lively 30-minute session filled with music, movement, and play.