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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.

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.

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.

History and highlights of Little Rangitoto Reserve
Ōrākei Local Board member David Wong tells us about Little Rangitoto Reserve.

Want women to have an equal voice? Stand in Auckland's local elections
When it comes to speaking up, her-story shows that a woman’s voice can be powerful enough to make waves that change the world.

Grants make a difference in our community
The current Ōrākei Local Grant round closes on 7 March, and the board wants to see your applications!

New lease of life for Ellerslie War Memorial Hall
The circus is coming to Ellerslie with a new lease on the Ellerslie War Memorial Hall.

Paws for thought
Ōrākei residents are being encouraged to give feedback on council’s review of dog policies and bylaws including local dog access rules.
Events

Plunket Russian Playgroup
Come along and connect with other Russian speaking families with children 0 to 5.

Dementia friendly film screening - Strictly Ballroom
Age Friendly Auckland and Auckland Council are facilitating a dementia friendly film screening of...

Plunket Japanese Playgroup
Come along and connect with other Japanese speaking families with your children 0 to 5.


Digital Seniors free tech help for older people - St. Heliers Hub
Learn how to do what you'd like to do with your phone, laptop, tablet or other device.


Creative Kids Club
Join our Creative Kids Club and have fun doing crafts, drama and book-inspired activities!

Meet an Archaeologist at Highwic
See some of the artefacts that have been found here on site and have a go at being an archaeologi...