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Community 5 May 2023

Police recognition for hard-working staffer

Auckland Council staffer recognised by Police for work to keep beach safe over summer.

Community 2 May 2023

South urged to speak up on transport needs

Residents from across the south of then city are being encouraged to play a part in deciding transport priorities.

Community 20 Apr 2023

Boards find better ways to work together

Auckland's southern local boards are coming together to co-operate in areas where their interests are shared.

Community 17 Apr 2023

Street Fest returns to Papakura

Papakura Street Fest returns on Saturday, May 6 with around 5000 visitors expected to make the most of more than 40 stalls.

Community 6 Apr 2023

Calling all Papakura good sorts

Nominations for Papakura Local Board's community volunteer awards are now open.

Community 3 Apr 2023

Ride share a hit but more parking sought

Papakura Local Board continues to push for a better park and ride facility in the town.

Community 28 Mar 2023

Liquor stores and signs cause concern

Manurewa Local Board wants it made easier to object to new liquor outlets.

Community 23 Mar 2023

Tuia rangatahi all in place

Six rangatahi Māori – including five wāhine toa - have filled the Tuia mentoring positions made available by the city’s southern local boards.

Events

14 Jan 2026

Take a walk on the grassy side

We will share some tips and tricks to learning to identify grasses, which can be tricky, so bring...

17 Jan 2026

Silent disco kids adventures

Families can join together, or children can set off on their own themed adventure through the Auc...

22 Jan 2026

Kids Craft Activity: Collage Making

The workshop encourages imagination, experimentation, and a playful connection with nature.

29 Jan 2026

Guided Walking Meditation

Join us for a peaceful and grounding Walking Meditation session amidst the natural beauty of the...

31 Jan 2026

Nature’s Pharmacy: Exploring medicinal plants of summer

In this session, we will go over 4-5 different medicinal plants that are ready to be harvested du...

31 Jan 2026 - 19 Dec 2026

Manurewa Library Book Club

We meet every month to discuss our book of the month with friends and a coffee.

06 Feb 2026

Forest bathing

Slow down and step away from the noise of daily life with this nourishing Forest Bathing experience.

12 Feb 2026

Extreme drought resistance of grass - Public Talk

Come along for a public presentation from researchers at the University of Auckland about the bio...