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Elections 14 Jul 2025

First nominations are in

Auckland elections candidates: by the numbers - total Auckland local elections nominations received as at Friday 11 July.

Community 14 Jul 2025

Connected communities: Albert-Eden-Puketāpapa ward accredited as a welcoming community

The Puketāpapa and Albert-Eden Local Boards are now accredited as a Committed - Welcoming Community by Immigration New Zealand, for their work to support newcomers and to build more inclusive communities. 

Community 10 Jul 2025

Can we get a chee hoo...for the good our grants do!

Applications for round one of the Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board 2025/2026 grants programme is open for projects over $2,000 in arts, community, environment, events, heritage, sports or recreation. Apply by 8 August 2025.

Community 10 Jul 2025

What’s on your plate? Local Grants make it great

Over $139,000 in grants supported 41 local projects/groups in Māngere Ōtāhuhu last year, and the Māngere-Ōtāhuhu Local Board is here for those who step up for their neighbourhood.

Community 10 Jul 2025

Double the Local (Rua te rohe)

A new community-led initiative is bringing movement, music, and mana back to the heart of Ōtara, with seniors at the centre, thanks to a partnership between the Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board and Total Healthcare Charitable Trust.

Community 10 Jul 2025

The Toy Library that could: 30 years of magic in Howick

The Howick and Pakūranga Toy Library recently celebrated 30 years of providing an invaluable service to families in East Auckland.

Community 10 Jul 2025

Albert-Eden allocates $31.2m for 2025/2026

Pt Chev's Coyle Park playground will be upgraded as part of the 25/26 funding plans

Community 10 Jul 2025

Maungakiekie-Tāmaki Local Board invests over $40m for 2025/2026

Community programmes, youth engagement, events and new placemaking are some of the highlights of the Maungakiekie-Tāmaki Local Board’s plans for this financial year. 

Events

28 Sep 2026 - 29 Sep 2026

Monster Mug Mayhem

Choose from your favourite freaky monster and create your own hand-built clay mug.

28 Sep 2026 - 02 Oct 2026

Growing Glenfield: Market to community gardens

Rediscover the agricultural past of the area.

28 Sep 2026 - 05 Oct 2026

Floral Discovery Station

Drop in to Auckland Botanic Gardens to explore the wonderful world of spring flowers.

28 Sep 2026 - 07 Oct 2026

Open for business: 1970s Ponsonby exhibition

Photographer Louise Lonsdale-Cooper turned her lens on Ponsonby Road’s 1970s streetscape, documen...

28 Sep 2026 - 07 Oct 2026

Open for business: A photographic exhibition of the 1970s

Photographer Louise Lonsdale-Cooper documented the everyday life, distinctive characters and chan...

28 Sep 2026 - 09 Oct 2026

School Holidays - Ōtāhuhu Library

Come along to Ōtāhuhu Library for fun school holiday activities!

28 Sep 2026 - 09 Oct 2026

Spring School Holiday Programme with Auckland Council Pools and Leisure

We’ve got the perfect mix of outdoor adventures, creative activities and exciting outings!

28 Sep 2026 - 09 Oct 2026

Stories come alive at Mahurangi East Library

Stories come alive at Mahurangi East Library these school holidays! Stop Motion Animation Worksho...