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Rangatahi invited to join mentorship programme with southern local boards
Franklin, Manurewa, Papakura, Ōtara-Papatoetoe and Māngere-Ōtāhuhu will offer rangatahi places in a New Zealand-wide programme that sees local government members mentoring young Māori to enhance their leadership skills.
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Wanted: Waterways to fence off
With more than 65 kilometres of rural waterway fencing behind it, Auckland Council’s Waterway Protection Fund is seeking new projects in Franklin and Papakura, with applications open from 8 February to 18 March.
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Support for Papakura groups
More than $28,000 in grants have been made to community, sports and arts groups in the Papakura Local Board area.
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Papakura thanked for COVID-19 response
Community groups in the area have been recognised by Papakura Local Board their ongoing efforts during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Recycling trial launched in Ōtara and Manurewa
A trial designed to reduce the amount of contamination going into recycling bins is set to begin after being delayed by COVID-19 restrictions.
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Rangatahi scholarships awarded
Twenty young people will begin their studies next year armed with Manurewa local Board Rangatahi Youth Scholarships.
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Plans in place to make Karioitahi visits safe
Franklin Local Board’s Waiuku representatives are liaising with police to prevent unwanted behaviour around Karioitahi Beach over summer.
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Papakura students get board support
The latest Papakura Youth Scholarship recipients want to be doctors, nurses, lawyers, mental health advocates and gymnastics coaches.
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Events
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Composting Workshops
Come and enjoy free workshops offering an introduction to easy ways of composting.
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Women's Morning Yoga
Want to do yoga but feeling unmotivated? At our women’s yoga sessions we will help motivate each...
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Tai Chi Training
Our Tai chi training is suitable for all ages and all fitness levels.
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Colour Your World
Join us for our adult colouring session to relax, unwind and get creative.
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Expressions of Climate Impact panel Discussion
Join us at Papakura Art Gallery for a panel discussion on the impacts of climate change.
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Family History Help
Need help researching your family tree? Library staff and volunteers from the Papakura Branch of...
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We Will Rock You
This hilarious futurist musical comedy features more than 24 of Queen’s biggest hit songs.
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Book Chat - Sir Edmund Hillary Library
Join our lively group and meet others who are interested in sharing their reading.