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Waste 22 Oct 2025

Have your say on the future of rubbish collections in parts of Panmure and Tāmaki

Auckland Council is proposing a six-month trial of fortnightly kerbside rubbish collections in parts of Panmure and Tāmaki.

Hauraki Gulf 20 Oct 2025

Tryphena Wharf renewal works complete

Tryphena Wharf is back to business as usual after a full refurbishment.

Council news 20 Oct 2025

Feedback sought on future recreational use for A F Thomas Park

Public consultation about this park on the North Shore runs from 20 October, through to 23 November 2025.

Elections 18 Oct 2025

Finally elected! Auckland local elections 2025 results declared

The final count is in and the results are officially confirmed.

Māori outcomes 17 Oct 2025

Ancestral name restored to Point Erin Park

The ancestral Māori name of Te Oka has been reinstated at Point Erin Park, creating a dual name.

UPDATE: final results delayed due to unprecendented volume of special votes
Elections 16 Oct 2025

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. 

Hauraki Gulf 16 Oct 2025

Cath Handley and Robin Tucker leave Waiheke board

After years of dedicated service to the Waiheke Local Board, members Cath Handley and Robin Tucker are stepping down, leaving behind a legacy of passionate community action and advocacy for the motu. 

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04 Apr 2026

Traditional Games Day

Explore different cultures by playing traditional games from around the world! Play, laugh, and c...

04 Apr 2026

World of Craft & Culture Market

Explore a vibrant multicultural market where artists and makers from diverse cultures showcase th...

04 Apr 2026 - 17 Apr 2026

Papakura School holiday fun

Come down to Papakura for a series of exciting school holiday events.

04 Apr 2026 - 18 Apr 2026

Out of this world - Highland Park Library

Enjoy fun filled school holiday activities with your family and friends.

04 Apr 2026 - 19 Apr 2026

April School Holidays Eco Festival

Join us for a series of exciting events this upcoming school holidays.

04 Apr 2026 - 19 Apr 2026

Easter Egg Hunt this School Holidays at Highwic and Alberton

The Easter Bunny has been busy at the Heritage New Zealand properties Highwic and Alberton, plann...

04 Apr 2026 - 19 Apr 2026

Mangere Bridge Library school holidays

Hop into a fun-filled April at Māngere Bridge Library with crafts, games, stories, and Easter adv...

04 Apr 2026 - 26 Apr 2026

Climate action trail April fun - win prizes

Bag a free activity booklet, explore the climate action trail and be in to win some great prizes...