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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.
100 Years of Nathan Homestead: Re-opening marks new chapter
Nathan Homestead is re-opening its doors on Monday 13 October, welcoming the community back after a major restoration led by Auckland Council and Manurewa Local Board.
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.
Pragmatic, curious and occasionally disruptive
After 18 years serving her community, Councillor Angela Dalton is stepping down, summing up her time in local government as the privilege of a lifetime.
Events
Papakura School holiday fun
Come down to Papakura for a series of exciting school holiday events.
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...
Nathan Homestead Pukepuke School Holiday Programme
Nathan Homestead Pukepuke's School Holiday Programmes are filled with adventure, creativity and d...
Make a paper flower bouquet
Drop in for this free creative activity where kids can create a simple flower bouquet from paper...
Make a Fabulous Flower Pendant at Auckland Botanic Gardens
Drop in for this free creative activity where kids can design and decorate their own circle penda...
Love your awa - Stream workshop
Discover the magic of your local waterways at Love Your Awa—a hands‑on, nature‑immersive stream w...
Microgreens workshop for kids
A fun, hands-on microgreens workshop for kids and their caregivers.
Papakura Library Ukulele Club
Our free ukulele club is on every Thursday from 3 PM to 4:30 PM at the Papakura Library Meeting R...