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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

07 Oct 2026 - 06 Mar 2027

King Pin: Dave Cameron’s Boxing and Wrestling Collection

This exhibition brings his collection to life, tracing the evolution of both sports through chang...

08 Oct 2026

Create your own spring badge

Bring the kids along for a hands-on creative drop-in session.

08 Oct 2026

Guided Hīkoi: Ōtuataua Stonefields

Enjoy a guided hīkoi through the unique Ōtuataua Stonefields Historic Reserve at Ihumātao in Māng...

08 Oct 2026

History - Jubilee Blind Institute, Parnell

Discover Parnell’s hidden history.

08 Oct 2026

Ladies, A Talk: An Evening with Alexa Johnston

Join author Alexa Johnston for a delicious journey through New Zealand’s baking traditions, from...

08 Oct 2026

Piringatahi: A heritage feast

Come along and browse a curated selection of cookbooks from 1714 to the present.

08 Oct 2026

Piringatahi: Heritage collections up close

This is a unique opportunity to get up close with heritage collections held at Auckland Council L...

08 Oct 2026

Remuera's Fine Food, Wine & Dining History

Explore the fascinating European and Asian influences that helped shape the food, wine and nightl...