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Planting for the future in Manurewa
The project builds on the success of Te Maara Kai o Wirihana, the school’s established urban farm, and marks an exciting new chapter in its journey toward a more sustainable and self sufficient future.
Have your say on the future of rubbish collections in parts of Clendon Park and Weymouth
Auckland Council is proposing a six-month trial of fortnightly kerbside rubbish collections in parts of Clendon Park and Weymouth.
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.
Events
One cup, one thousand stories
Join these hands-on sessions to immerse in the experience and along the way, gain a deeper unders...
Family History Help
Join library staff and volunteers from the Papakura branch, New Zealand Society of Genealogists o...
Book Chat - Sir Edmund Hillary Library
Join our lively group and meet others who are interested in sharing their reading.
Discover the best herbs for container gardening
Discover some of the best herbs to grow in pots and containers and learn how to help them thrive...
Mini bugs: A clay craft for kids
Drop in to the Auckland Botanic Gardens visitor centre and get creative.
Sculpture in the Gardens
New Zealand’s most popular outdoor art event, returns to Auckland Botanic Gardens for its 10th ex...
Sculpture in the gardens: Guided walk
Discover the stories behind the sculptures, learn about the artists and explore how the artworks...