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From soil to sand: Mount Wellington War Memorial Park sports field to be upgraded
Mount Wellington War Memorial Park sports fields users will be able to double the number of playing hours per week following investment from the Fix and Finish Fund.
Local elections: Can Auckland count on you?
Voting papers are being sent to enrolled voters between September 9 -22 so they can choose Auckland’s champions.
Who represents you?
The best news about these elections so far is that Aucklanders have more to choose from, with a record number of candidates nominated since 2013.
Who ticks your boxes in Auckland local elections?
Voting in the local elections opens on Tuesday 9 September and Aucklanders are invited to check out the candidate catalogue to learn about candidates.
EcoMatters Bike Hubs celebrate 100,000 visitors
An initiative that began in a single shipping container in New Lynn has now welcomed more than 100,000 visitors across a growing network of community bike hubs in Tāmaki Makaurau.
Fantastic Fergusson Domain upgrades on the way
Oranga’s Fergusson Domain is set for a suite of changes – following the adoption of the masterplan and community consultation.
Candidates confirmed
Auckland elections candidates have been announced. Who will you vote for?
A total of 477 nominations for Auckland Elections 2025 were received as at midday Friday 1 August when nominations closed.
Community organisation’s efforts help bird populations grow
Bird populations in Ōrākei and Maungakiekie-Tāmaki are growing with a helping hand from Eastern Bays Songbird Project.
Events
Robotics Fun
Spark your child’s curiosity at our hands-on robotics workshop run by the team from Robogals.
Wonderful world of tiger worms workshop for kids
A fun, hands-on worm farming workshop for kids and whānau.
Lumination Station - Art Workshop
A playful, hands-on art experience where kids create their own mystical creatures.
DIY Terrarium Workshop at Onehunga Library
Join us to learn how to create your very own terrarium!
Death Cafe - Onehunga
A monthly group-led discussion about death with no agenda.
Onehunga Library Clothing Swap
Exchange clothes you no longer wear for new, used clothing you do want!