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Community 20 Aug 2024

Local Alcohol Policy helps safety in our communities

The community of Ōtara-Papatoetoe are celebrating the new Local Alcohol Policy (LAP), which promises to raise a fresh wave of hope and helping efforts to curb the flood of cheap alcohol.

Community 20 Aug 2024

Sports grants support local participation

Manurewa-Papakura ward Councillor Angela Dalton welcomes council funding being put in place for Bruce Pulman Park.

Waste 20 Aug 2024

Zero-waste Waiōrea turns one

Since opening in August 2023, the centre has diverted more than 110 tonnes of materials from landfill, hosted nearly 50 events with more than 1000 visitors.

Community 16 Aug 2024

Legacy in the stars

The stars aligned with the celebration of the Māori new year at the unveiling of the Matariki Legacy project at Mission Heights in Flatbush.

Cleaning up our environment 16 Aug 2024

Wairaki Stream sheds 50 tonnes

Lynfield Beach Cove Reserve is now open to the public - one month sooner than anticipated.

Have your say 16 Aug 2024

Help protect Kaipātiki's coasts

Kaipātiki residents are being asked to share their thoughts on plans to protect and manage local coastal areas.

Sports / Leisure 16 Aug 2024

Avondale College receives sports facility boost

Avondale’s budding sports stars have received a major boost after a funding award to maintain and improve the operation of local facilities.

14-24 year olds 15 Aug 2024

Tennis and squash club gets major boost

Papakura Tennis and Squash Club has received a major funding boost.

Events

17 Oct 2024 - 12 Dec 2024

Evening Class: Painting for Beginners with Marcel Kalma

Unwind after work with this relaxed evening class, perfect for beginners or those wanting a creat...

26 Sep 2024 - 28 Nov 2024

Kapa Kōrero

Kapa Kōrero is a space to kōrero Māori. Drop in to practice your kōrero Māori while you enjoy a c...

25 Jul 2024 - 19 Dec 2024

Wriggle & Rhyme - Birkenhead Library

Wriggle and Rhyme is a programme that promotes active movement and brain development for babies a...

25 Jul 2024 - 27 Dec 2024

Book Chat at Helensville Library

Chat about books you've read and loved (or hated!) recently.

11 Jul 2024 - 12 Dec 2024

Crafternoon: Adults

Bring along your small, and portable, craft project - and chat to other crafters.

11 Jul 2024 - 12 Dec 2024

Crafternoon: Children

Children and their grown-ups are invited to spend an hour with library staff, learning new skills...

17 May 2024 - 13 Dec 2024

Whangaparāoa Library's Wriggle & Rhyme

Wriggle and Rhyme is a programme that promotes active movement and brain development for babies a...

16 May 2024 - 12 Dec 2024

Wriggle and Rhyme

Join us at Onehunga Library every Thursday for our Wriggle and Rhyme sessions! These engaging pro...