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Youth / Rangatahi 15 Dec 2021

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.

Community 14 Dec 2021

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.

Arts 9 Dec 2021

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.

Community 8 Dec 2021

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.

Community 8 Dec 2021

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.

Youth / Rangatahi 29 Nov 2021

Rangatahi scholarships awarded

Twenty young people will begin their studies next year armed with Manurewa local Board Rangatahi Youth Scholarships.

Youth / Rangatahi 16 Nov 2021

Papakura students get board support

The latest Papakura Youth Scholarship recipients want to be doctors, nurses, lawyers, mental health advocates and gymnastics coaches.

Transport 11 Nov 2021

Changes ahead for Papakura accident blackspot

Papakura Local Board chair Brent Catchpole says the Takanini School Road and Manuroa Road intersection has caused concern because of the number of accidents and near-misses, and the large numbers of children walking to and from the nearby school.

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