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Reflecting on 15 years: Auckland Council and southern communities
From new parks to major upgrades, South Auckland’s local boards are behind some of the biggest wins for our communities - creating spaces and opportunities that bring people together and build pride in our place.
Finally elected! Auckland local elections 2025 results declared
The final count is in and the results are officially confirmed.
UPDATE: final results delayed due to unprecendented volume of special votes
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.
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
First glimpse of Auckland local elections results – who’s leading?
The news that many Aucklanders have been eager to hear.
The countdown is on: local election voting closes soon
Find out what happens after voting closes and how to find out who wins.
Stuck on who to vote for in Auckland local elections?
Here are some suggestions to consider when swiping through candidates in the online catalogue.
200+ reasons to vote in Auckland local elections
Local elections season is well underway with nearly 25,000 votes already returned.
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Papakura ParkFEST
Gather your friends, bring the family and celebrate summer at ParkFEST 2026.
Family History Help
Join library staff and volunteers from the Papakura branch, New Zealand Society of Genealogists o...
Girls Skate
Build confidence and skills on your board in a supportive, fun space.
Manurewa Rhythms
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Glide across the water and enjoy a guided paddleboarding adventure.
Circus in the Park
Juggle, tumble, and try circus tricks in a playful outdoor setting.
