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Community news 27 Feb 2026

Is the Annual Plan on track for Manurewa-Papakura?

This is Manurewa-Papakura’s moment to help shape the future of our neighbourhoods.

Music 16 Dec 2025

A new beat dropping in Manurewa

Manurewa is about to turn up the volume with Manurewa Rhythms, a vibrant new event designed by youth, for youth. 

Community 12 Dec 2025

Reflecting on 15 years: Auckland Council and southern communities

From new parks to major upgrades, South Auckland’s local boards are behind some of the biggest wins for our communities - creating spaces and opportunities that bring people together and build pride in our place.

Entertainment 8 Dec 2025

Four sensational summer events in Manurewa

Manurewa Local Board and Auckland Council are all over it with FREE whānau-friendly events - check out these local faves coming your way

Climate action 4 Nov 2025

Planting for the future in Manurewa

The project builds on the success of Te Maara Kai o Wirihana, the school’s established urban farm, and marks an exciting new chapter in its journey toward a more sustainable and self sufficient future.

Waste 22 Oct 2025

Have your say on the future of rubbish collections in parts of Clendon Park and Weymouth

Auckland Council is proposing a six-month trial of fortnightly kerbside rubbish collections in parts of Clendon Park and Weymouth.

Elections 18 Oct 2025

Finally elected! Auckland local elections 2025 results declared

The final count is in and the results are officially confirmed.

UPDATE: final results delayed due to unprecendented volume of special votes
Elections 16 Oct 2025

Thousands more votes counted in Auckland local elections

On Saturday morning more than 68,500 votes were cast, bringing Auckland’s voter turnout to 28.8 percent. 

Events

25 Jul 2026

Mānawatia a Matariki - Fashion by Dhanak Humayun

Her Story – Matariki Fashion Show 2026 by Rakshi’s Design returns to the Papakura Museum.