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Community 29 Apr 2021

Manurewa groups supported by grants

A number of community groups will benefit from Manurewa Local Board grants. Applications for another round open on 14 May.

Community 15 Apr 2021

Takaanini street to be reclaimed for play

Residents of Te Mahia Community Village in Takaanini are about to turn a dead-end street into a playground and meeting place.

Libraries 1 Apr 2021

Te Paataka Koorero o Takaanini – a new place to call home

A new community hub in the heart of Takanini is now open and provides a home away from home for the growing and diverse community.

Community 1 Apr 2021

Transport views should be aired

Transport is one of the main issues for residents of Auckland's two most southern boards, Papakura and Franklin.

Community 31 Mar 2021

Kaumatua housing plan gets a boost

Six Papakura Marae kaumatua housing units are nearing completion and three more have been approved for the site.

17 Mar 2021

10-year Budget views sought

Consultation on the 10-year Budget closes on 22 March and the south's elected members are urging residents to speak up.

Youth / Rangatahi 16 Mar 2021

Town sees Faces of Change

A new art installation in Papakura features images of the town's young people.

Transport 15 Mar 2021

Have your say on three proposed train stations in south Auckland

KiwiRail and the Supporting Growth Alliance are seeking community feedback on the development of three new train stations for southern Auckland.

Events

04 Apr 2026 - 26 Apr 2026

Climate action trail April fun - win prizes!

Bag a free activity booklet, explore the climate action trail and be in to win some great prizes...

08 Apr 2026

Make a paper flower bouquet

Drop in for this free creative activity where kids can create a simple flower bouquet from paper...

09 Apr 2026

Make a Fabulous Flower Pendant at Auckland Botanic Gardens

Drop in for this free creative activity where kids can design and decorate their own circle penda...

09 Apr 2026 - 17 Dec 2026

Microgreens workshop for kids

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

14 Apr 2026

Leaf art for kids

Drop in for this free, fun kids art activity where kids will explore many leaf shapes and vein fo...

15 Apr 2026

Make your own flower trading card

Drop in for this free creative activity where kids will create a flower trading card you could ma...

15 Apr 2026 - 17 Dec 2026

Wonderful world of tiger worms workshop for kids

A fun, hands-on worm farming workshop for kids and whānau.

16 Apr 2026

Kids Lavender Bag Making at Auckland Botanic Gardens

Bring the kids along for a lovely hands-on creative drop-in session exploring natural scents and...