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Where are all the candidates?
Nominations for Auckland’s local elections open on Friday 4 July, and with elections looming on the horizon in October, so far only a few candidates have publicly announced they’re standing.

Local board agreement a $35m win for Rodney communities
Rodney Local Board will invest in community programmes, creative arts, youth initiatives, and environmental projects.

Safety measures for Auckland Council’s elected members and candidates
Being an elected member in local government is an essential, valuable and rewarding role.

Facts to help you run Auckland
Here are some handy things to know about Auckland as you consider putting yourself up to take the reins.

Why stand for council?
Aucklanders are urged to stand and help shape the future of Tāmaki Makaurau, ahead of candidate nominations for Auckland Local Elections 2025.

Fono explores why Pasifika should be represented in Auckland elections
At a recent fono (meeting) hosted by Auckland Council’s Pacific People’s Advisory Panel, members urged more Pasifika to participate.

Mahurangi East Community Centre opens after renovations
The Mahurangi East Community Centre doors are open again to Snells Beach community.

All the reasons to stand in Auckland’s elections
Information sessions are being held weekly in May across 24 libraries in Tāmaki Makaurau.
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Rā Whakato / Planting day
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Storytime
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Hibiscus Coast Genealogy
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Matariki ukulele concert & lesson with ukulele union
To mark the special occasion of Matariki, you're warmly invited to a free ukulele concert at the...


The Reading Revolution's Shared Reading Group
Drop in & dive into stories – free Sunday reading group!

Dementia friendly Sunday
Come for a cuppa and a chat in a safe friendly space.

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