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Playgrounds 6 Mar 2023

Riverhead playground back in action

The Riverhead War Memorial Park playground has reopened after a major refurbishment.

Parks / Outdoors 6 Mar 2023

More parks get te reo name added

A further 19 parks in Henderson-Massey will now carry dual Māori / English names. This adds to the list of parks that already carry dual names adopted by Henderson-Massey Local Board in signing up to the Te Kete Rukuruku programme. 

Environment 6 Mar 2023

Plant helps protect Waikato River

A $128million upgrade to the Pukekohe wastewater treatment plant positions the area for further growth, Franklin Ward Auckland Councillor Andy Baker says.

Community 6 Mar 2023

Hundreds attend Keri Downs pump track opening

A pump track at Keri Downs in Red Hill adds to the amenities in the area.

Community 6 Mar 2023

Howick playground set to swing

The Howick Domain playground will soon be opened with a brand new look.

Business / Economy 3 Mar 2023

Rodney Local Board office opens in Warkworth

New facility in Elizabeth Street, Warkworth has been blessed and opened.

Community 3 Mar 2023

Ōtara-Papatoetoe welcomes immigrants

Local board to partner with Immigration New Zealand’s Welcoming Communities Programme pilot.

Have your say 2 Mar 2023

Have your say on tough budget choices for Rodney

With consultation now open on Auckland Council’s Annual Budget, Rodney residents are being urged to give their feedback on proposals that impact the area.

Events

31 Mar 2023

A Pasifika Celebration with Hibiscus Tuakana

Celebrate the Pasifika culture through dance performance and watch a traditional weaving demonstration by Hibiscus Tuakana.

31 Mar 2023

Last Chance Twilight Sailing

Aboard Ted Ashby as we watch the sun sink below the horizon.

31 Mar 2023 - 01 Apr 2023

Eco Art Botanical Monoprinting - EcoFest

Come along for a bush walk, identifying important native species as we gather interesting plant materials from the forest floor.

27 Jan 2023 - 24 Nov 2023

Family History Help

Library staff and volunteers from the Papakura branch of the New Zealand Society of Genealogists are here to help.

01 Apr 2023

Creative open space: family crafty day – EcoFest

A relaxed and fun get-together with different crafts for us to enjoy!

01 Apr 2023

DIY Drought-Tolerant Garden Beds

We will get hands-on, building this bed to be used by the community within EcoMatters organic teaching garden.

01 Apr 2023

EcoYoga – EcoFest

Attendees will connect with their bodies through mindful breath and movement while learning about the plant life cycle.

01 Apr 2023

Food Preservation Workshop and Love Your Leftovers - Avondale

Feed your family for less by loving your leftovers, with hints on how to create delicious and nutritious dishes from common leftovers.