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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
Weaving workshops: Birds and stars
Learn to weave birds and stars at Nathan Homestead Pukepuke.
Vessels - Manurewa Pottery Club
This exhibition explores the meaning of ‘vessel’, ranging from purely functional to totally abstr...
Prune like a pro: Rose care made easy
This is the perfect learning opportunity for beginner and home gardeners who want to watch and le...
Family History Help
Join library staff and volunteers from the Papakura branch, New Zealand Society of Genealogists o...
Whiria te Tāngata
Join us over the Matariki period for this exhibition, workshops and other activities centred on t...
Manurewa Library Book Club
We meet every month to discuss our book of the month with friends and a coffee.
Book Chat - Sir Edmund Hillary Library
Join our lively group and meet others who are interested in sharing their reading.
School Holidays - Nathan Homestead Pukepuke
A fun, active and creative school holiday programme for tamariki aged 5–13 years.