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Saving community services in Manurewa
Lifeline community services in Manurewa are set to continue while Auckland Council and Kāinga Ora work towards new leases.
Pan-Pacific Hub plans move forward
Manurewa Local Board has appointed Elika Consulting Group (ECG) to lead community engagement and feasibility investigations for the proposed hub at Clendon Reserve.
Lest we forget: Anzac Day 2026 commemorations in Manurewa-Papakura
Manurewa and Papakura local boards and Auckland RSA invite you to join our local services and parades, honouring New Zealanders past and present who have served in conflicts, peacekeeping missions or military operations around the world.
Calling all community champions for Papakura
From sports fields to community halls, arts spaces to local reserves, volunteers can be found in many places around neighbourhood, helping it thrive.
Four ways Papakura cares for its flora and fauna
Papakura Local Board committed $200,000 in 2025/2026 to protecting its natural environment.
Three ways Manurewa cares for its flora and fauna
Manurewa Local Board is investing $1.1 million in 2025/2026 to protect and enhance its natural environment.
Gallaher’s glow up and bright future
Over the past year, the park has undergone a much-needed facelift valued at approximately $600,000 so it can continue to serve its growing community.
Discover Papakura's cultural gems: four must-visit hotspots
Check out our top picks which are all made possible by the Papakura Local Board and start filling your cup with local experiences.
Events
Junior drama: Beginners on stage
We offer engaging acting classes designed to encourage creativity, collaboration and spark the im...
Junior art
This dynamic and engaging class is perfect for young creators eager to make, play and discover th...
Digital Drop-in
Drop in to our sessions for one-on-one digital coaching with our tech-passionate librarians.
Guided Ranger Walks
Join our guided walks across Auckland’s most cherished natural spaces. These relaxed walks invite...
Ceramic Critters
Get creative with clay in this hands-on ceramics class designed especially for kids!
Girls' Club
A safe, inclusive space to connect, share and support one another.
Pēpē at Waimāhia Clendon Library
Come along to Pēpē, a gentle and welcoming session filled with songs, movement, finger rhymes, an...
Think Outside the Box
Join us every Tuesday for Think Outside the Box a fun, hands-on after school drawing session.