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Election Topics 16 Apr 2025

Do you qualify for more than one vote in Auckland Local Elections 2025?

It’s local elections year which means Aucklanders will get to choose the mayor, ward councillors and local board members.

Media Release 14 Apr 2025

Top jobs open up at Auckland Council

Just listed on Auckland Council’s LinkedIn jobs board is a range of paid positions to govern Tāmaki Makaurau for passionate Aucklanders to consider applying for.

Community 9 Apr 2025

Birkdale Beach Haven Community Project turns 50

New Zealand’s first two community houses celebrated half a century of community support this March with an open day event funded by the Kaipātiki Local Board. 

Community 8 Apr 2025

Five ways to connect with your community

Here are some ways to get amongst it and make a difference in your community with the people around you.

Development 3 Apr 2025

Northcote: a shining example of smart growth 

Inside a decade, Northcote has become a residential community that exemplifies smart growth, in line with Auckland Council’s long-term vision for Tāmaki Makaurau.

Elections 20 Mar 2025

Raymond Tan joins Kaipātiki Local Board

Raymond Tan has now joined the Kaipātiki Local Board following the resignation of former member Adrian Tyler.

Election Topics 19 Mar 2025

Melissa Powell sworn in as new chair of Devonport-Takapuna Local Board

Devonport-Takapuna Local Board now has a new chair, with Melissa Powell stepping into the role after being sworn in at the board’s business meeting on 18 March.

Have your say 6 Mar 2025

Call for North Shore residents to give feedback on Annual Plan

North Shore residents are being urged to give feedback on Auckland Council’s Annual Plan with consultation open now until 28 March 2025.

Events

13 Feb 2025 - 05 Jun 2025

Volunteer Welcome Day with Kaipātiki Project

A variety of tasks are available to suit different people and support can be offered to different...

13 Feb 2025 - 20 Dec 2025

Digital Seniors free tech help for older people at Birkenhead Library

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

13 Feb 2025 - 20 Dec 2025

Korean / English Bilingual Rhymetime at Glenfield Library

Join us for music, stories and rhymes in this Korean / English bilingual Rhyme and Storytime.

02 May 2025 - 27 Jun 2025

Mindful brews and books

Enjoy Zen tea and mindful reading to promote well-being.

28 Feb 2025 - 19 Dec 2025

Tai Chi at Birkenhead Library

Join us for Tai Chi classes every Friday!

03 May 2025 - 31 May 2025

Composting Workshops - May

Come and enjoy free workshops offering an introduction to easy ways of composting.

05 Apr 2025 - 03 May 2025

Green Clinics - Birkenhead Library

Each weekly clinic focuses on a different sustainability topic and are designed to educate on all...

15 Mar 2025 - 15 Jun 2025

Kids Learn to Ride

An opportunity to learn tips and tricks to practice with your kids at home.