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
EducationSouth Auckland school head pushes back on Government plan to end open-plan classroomsBanapa Avatea says the success of a classroom depends less on walls and more on the teaching, culture and relationships inside it.Christine RovoiFri, 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 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 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 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
Local Democracy ReportingCouncil backs $1.38m investment in Māori artworks at future Te Waihorotiu StationAuckland Council says the investment will help connect commuters with the city's Māori identity while creating a lasting civic legacy.Taelegalolo'u Mary AfemataWed, 29 Jul
Local Democracy ReportingSouth Auckland parent in 'last resort' plea to reverse Māngere school bus route changesAuckland Transport says low passenger numbers prompted the changes, but one family says the revised service leaves students making unnecessary bus transfers.Taelegalolo'u Mary AfemataTue, 28 Jul
