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Community 21 Jul 2025

Welcoming Communities Accreditation for Ōtara-Papatoetoe

The Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board is now accredited as a Committed - Welcoming Community by Immigration New Zealand, for their work to support newcomers and to build more inclusive communities.

Community 21 Jul 2025

Connection complete: new Te Kōpua o Hiku bridge opens in Panmure

The Panmure Basin is connected again, with the new bridge – Te Kōpua o Hiku – signed, sealed and delivered.  

Civil Defence / Emergency Management 18 Jul 2025

Ongoing improvements to emergency readiness in Waitematā

Find out what's happening to help prepare your community for future emergencies.

Community 18 Jul 2025

Kaipātiki board makes landmark investment to protect environment

Kaipātiki residents can rest assured their environment is a top priority following the local board’s landmark allocation of $1,065,900 towards to its environmental initiatives for the 25/26 financial year.

Community 18 Jul 2025

Parks for everyone: Rodney report puts accessibility in focus

Accessibility assessments of four Rodney parks highlights the need to make play spaces more inclusive for children and caregivers of all abilities.

Arts 18 Jul 2025

Local creativity on display at Upper Harbour Open Art Studios

Open Art Studios made its debut in Upper Harbour, featuring 16 artists across seven studios and drawing strong community interest.

Community 18 Jul 2025

Putting the brakes on speed: Manurewa board invests in safety

Randwick Park is set to become safer for locals with a major investment of nearly $1.2 million going into traffic-calming measures.

Kids / Family 18 Jul 2025

Belle Verde Playground reopens

A refreshed playground in Sunnynook now caters for tamariki of all ages, giving whānau in the area more reasons to get outdoors and connect with others in the community.

Events

09 Apr 2026 - 03 May 2026

Arthur Miller’s A View from The Bridge

Beneath the family drama, A View from the Bridge sharpens questions of migration, identity, and b...

09 Apr 2026 - 20 May 2026

Love your awa - Stream workshop

Discover the magic of your local waterways at Love Your Awa—a hands‑on, nature‑immersive stream w...

09 Apr 2026 - 17 Dec 2026

Microgreens workshop for kids

A fun, hands-on microgreens workshop for kids and their caregivers.

26 Mar 2026 - 07 Dec 2028

Relaxation Dancing Class

Join our dance class, do exercise and keep fit to joyful music!

12 Mar 2026 - 10 Dec 2026

Caffeine & Craft

Whether you’re an experienced maker or just starting out, Caffeine & Craft is a friendly space to...

10 Mar 2026 - 18 Apr 2026

April School Holiday - Avondale Library

Keep the kids inspired these school holidays with free creative workshops, crafts, and family-fri...

05 Mar 2026 - 17 Dec 2026

Knitting Group

Pop along and knit for those in need. If you are not a knitter, bring along a pair of needles and...

05 Mar 2026 - 17 Dec 2026

Papakura Library Ukulele Club

Our free ukulele club is on every Thursday from 3 PM to 4:30 PM at the Papakura Library Meeting R...