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Community 7 Apr 2022

New drinking fountains at local parks

Drinking water daily is a healthy choice all of us can make, and now it’s become an option everyone can enjoy at five parks in the Puketāpapa Local Board area.

Transport 6 Apr 2022

Papakura road safety concerns go to AT

Help is on the way for pedestrians who say they risk their safety along Settlement Drive in Papakura every time they walk in the area.

Plans / Projects 6 Apr 2022

Manukau Sports Bowl upgrade: Have your say

An upgraded Manukau Sports Bowl with exciting new features is coming your way, and Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board wants your input on what to choose.

Community 6 Apr 2022

Weed amnesty a must for Waiheke

Waiheke is a network of reserves and treasured greenspaces, but the threat from invasive plant species is constant and the community is being called on to help.

Development 5 Apr 2022

Construction of Takapuna’s new town square is underway

On Thursday 20 January, Eke Panuku Development Auckland invited mana whenua to lead a ceremony with partners to commence construction of Waiwharariki Anzac Square, the new town square coming to Takapuna.

Environment 5 Apr 2022

Plan being developed to guide management of coastal hazards at Little Shoal Bay

Your input wanted on plan to guide management of coastal hazards at Wai Manawa / Little Shoal Bay Reserve.

Kids / Family 5 Apr 2022

Mission Bay’s iconic playground to be upgraded

A comprehensive remodel of the playground at Selwyn Reserve on the Mission Bay waterfront is now underway. Auckland Council will create an adventure playground with a wider age group and an increased volume of foot traffic in mind.

Community 5 Apr 2022

Grants encourage older people to keep learning

Manurewa Local Board has grants on offer to enable those 55 and over to keep on learning.

Events

12 Feb 2026 - 20 Mar 2026

Upcycling Sewing Classes

Discover how to transform old clothes into new creations while helping reduce textile waste!

12 Feb 2026 - 26 Mar 2026

Realistic Drawing and Portrait Oil Painting Class

Unleash your artistic potential as we delve into traditional drawing techniques. From outlines an...

12 Feb 2026 - 26 Mar 2026

Te Ao Mīharo

Designed to engage the whole whānau, these sessions explore basic te reo Māori, local history, le...

12 Feb 2026 - 02 Apr 2026

Mandarin Storytime

Sessions are delivered in Mandarin, featuring stories, songs, and rhymes that encourage early lan...

12 Feb 2026 - 02 Apr 2026

Samoan Storytime

Join us for songs, movement and Pacific Stories!

12 Feb 2026 - 02 Apr 2026

Wriggle & Rhyme - Onehunga

Join us for Wriggle and Rhyme, a fun and interactive programme that promotes active movement and...

12 Feb 2026 - 10 Dec 2026

Board Game Afternoon

Play classic and modern games, meet new people, and enjoy a great time together.

12 Feb 2026 - 10 Dec 2026

Rhymetime at the Central Library

Join our Rhymetime sessions with songs, movement and finger rhymes for pre-schoolers and their ca...