9. Civic roles, ceremonies and Māori customs at Auckland Council
Learn about Auckland Council’s civic traditions, the mayor’s role, citizenship and ANZAC events, photo galleries, heraldry and Māori customs like pōwhiri and karakia.
9.1 Mayoral role and regalia at public events
Learn about the mayor’s public and ceremonial role, including representation protocols, community support and the use of robes, korowai and chains of office.
9.2 Auckland Council photo galleries and heraldry
Find out how Auckland Council uses photo galleries, heraldry and branding – including the pōhutukawa logo – to represent its identity and elected members.
9.3 Citizenship ceremonies, ANZAC Day services and civic honours
Find out how Auckland Council hosts citizenship ceremonies, supports ANZAC Day services and grants civic honours like military parades and freedom of the city.
9.4 Pōwhiri, whakatau, tangihanga and karakia at Auckland Council
Learn how Auckland Council participates in pōwhiri, whakatau, tangihanga and karakia as part of Māori tikanga during ceremonies, meetings and important events.