Auckland Central (New Zealand electorate)

In the 1887 electoral redistribution, although the Representation Commission was required through the Representation Act 1887 to maintain existing electorates "as far as possible", rapid population growth in the North Island required the transfer of three seats from the South Island to the north.

At the 2008 election, Grafton became part of Epsom, and Point Chevalier moved into Mount Albert.

Further population growth ahead of the 2014 election resulted in Westmere and Grey Lynn transferring to Mount Albert.

However, the 2008 election saw Nikki Kaye win the seat for the National Party for the first time.

Kaye retained the seat in 2011, 2014 and 2017, although with a reduced majority making Auckland Central one of the most marginal electorates in the country.

Key ACT Alliance Green National Labour Blue background denotes the winner of the electorate vote.

Yellow background denotes an electorate win by a list member, or other incumbent.