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First nominations are in
Auckland elections candidates: by the numbers - total Auckland local elections nominations received as at Friday 11 July.
Look out – here come Auckland’s elections candidates
Nominations are now open for local elections candidates, until Friday 1 August, midday.
Climate ready: Ōpaheke Park opens in Papakura
Papakura locals have a new passive park to enjoy thanks to Papakura Local Board, and it’s not just a greenspace for walking the dog or riding your bike.
Thank you very MOTH! South Auckland 2025 results
The Pest-Free South Auckland Moth Plant Competition 2025 has wrapped up, and the results are next-level! Proudly funded by the Ōtara-Papatoetoe, Māngere-Ōtāhuhu, Manurewa, and Papakura local boards.
Smarter investment in play: Why Manurewa need more data first
Manurewa Local Board has adopted a new Play Plan to help bring more fun and connection into the neighbourhood.
Where are all the candidates?
Nominations for Auckland’s local elections open on Friday 4 July, and with elections looming on the horizon in October, so far only a few candidates have publicly announced they’re standing.
Recording the roots: Oral history brings Kirks Bush to life
A new oral history project, led by historian Janine Irvine and funded by Papakura Local Board, is preserving the stories behind this community effort.
Safety measures for Auckland Council’s elected members and candidates
Being an elected member in local government is an essential, valuable and rewarding role.
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Events
Te Waahi o Papakura: Papakura Heritage Trail
Explore Papakura through a downloadable, self‑guided heritage trail featuring local history, sign...
Manurewa Library Book Club
We meet every month to discuss our book of the month with friends and a coffee.
Floral Discovery Station
Drop in to Auckland Botanic Gardens to explore the wonderful world of spring flowers.
Chinese market gardens and fruit shops
In this engaging presentation, Ruth Lam discusses the history of essential enterprises.
Make a tulip
Bring the kids along to Auckland Botanic Gardens for a hands-on creative drop-in session.
Spring guided walk
Celebrate the arrival of spring with a free guided walk through the Auckland Botanic Gardens.
Create your own lavender bag
Bring the kids along for a lovely hands-on creative drop-in session exploring natural scents and...
Botanical printing workshop: Fabric has memory
Transform vintage Japanese silk into a uniquely printed scarf of your very own.