Local Democracy ReportingPacific dementia carers ‘suffer in silence’ as group seeks support from local boardA Pacific caregiver group is calling for greater support for families caring for loved ones with dementia.Taelegalolo'u Mary AfemataFri, 21 Aug
Local Democracy ReportingWe want ‘more places for rangatahi to just be’, say Manurewa youthThe Manurewa Youth Council has taken rangatahi priorities directly to local decision-makers.Taelegalolo'u Mary AfemataFri, 21 Aug
Local Democracy ReportingŌtāhuhu roller doors could become canvases for community storiesA community-led Ōtāhuhu arts project is seeking local board funding to bring local stories and creativity into the town centre.Taelegalolo'u Mary AfemataThu, 20 Aug
Local Democracy Reporting‘Son of Māngere’: Local board backs LOMU Day with $10,000 fundingA timing issue with the usual grants round prompted debate over fairness before elected members backed the event.Taelegalolo'u Mary AfemataThu, 20 Aug
Local Democracy ReportingPacific elders ‘just managing’ as poverty monitor reveals widespread hardshipA Pacific organisation is calling on Auckland Council to invest more in community groups already supporting older people struggling with everyday costs.Taelegalolo'u Mary AfemataThu, 20 Aug
Local Democracy ReportingManurewa voting allegations: Inquiry urged as Election Services backs resultAuckland Council has lodged information with Police after receiving a formal complaint over alleged voting irregularities in Manurewa.Taelegalolo'u Mary AfemataMon, 17 Aug
Local Democracy ReportingRangatahi given the final say on $120,000 in Auckland fundingA youth-led budgeting model could be expanded across Auckland, giving young people greater influence over local spending.Taelegalolo'u Mary AfemataThu, 13 Aug
Local Democracy ReportingPacific Aucklanders missing out on council support, opportunitiesAuckland’s Pacific Peoples Advisory Panel wants better pathways to economic opportunities and a greater Pacific voice in council decision-making.Taelegalolo'u Mary AfemataWed, 12 Aug
Local Democracy Reporting'We're one of the heartbeats in this community': Otago Polyfest misses outOrganisers say the decision creates uncertainty for the 33-year-old festival and raises questions about how regional communities are recognised in arts funding.Taelegalolo'u Mary AfemataTue, 11 Aug
Local Democracy ReportingAuckland charitable trust fights to keep Manurewa centreThe Pride Project has secured a one-year extension for its Manurewa hub, giving the organisation until mid-2027 to find a permanent home.Taelegalolo'u Mary AfemataFri, 07 Aug
