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Community 1 Oct 2020

Manurewa groups supported with local board grants

Sixteen groups will benefit from Manurewa Local Board grants funding.

Community 25 Sep 2020

Southern boards take new path

Auckland's three most southern local boards, Manurewa, Papakura and Franklin, have all incorporated Māori outcomes into their plans for the future.

Transport 24 Sep 2020

New crossing for Papakura school

An upgraded crossing on Settlement Road will make it safer for schoolchildren to access Papakura’s Edmund Hillary School.

Community 24 Sep 2020

Money for Papakura to grow

A group working to make the most of opportunities for Papakura's town centre has received funding.

Playgrounds 22 Sep 2020

Fun and games in the Wiri community

Designs for a new playground in Wiri have been revealed following input from mana whenua, local families and community groups.

Community 21 Sep 2020

Environmental projects supported by Papakura funding

Papakura Local Board has committed to several environmental projects in its area, reflecting strong support during consultation on its Local Board Plan.

Community 15 Sep 2020

Residents speak up on Manurewa Local Board Plan

People in Manurewa have made hundreds of local board plan submissions, and more than any other local board.

Community 11 Sep 2020

Santa gets a helping hand

Santa has had a helping hand to make sure he can pop in and see Papakura families ahead of Christmas.

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