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Manukau Ward News

Environment 29 Apr 2016

Discover ‘Cook’s Scurvy Grass’ at the Botanic Gardens

Nau, or ‘Cook’s Scurvy Grass’, is one of the many coastal herbs which would have helped rid Captain Cook’s crew of scurvy.

Sports / Leisure 27 Apr 2016

Whitewater park opens in south Auckland

Auckland's purpose-built whitewater park opened to the public today.

Educational 27 Apr 2016

Interns making a big difference

What's it like interning at Auckland Council? We spoke with Licensing and Compliance intern Nicola Clark.

Community 26 Apr 2016

New Māngere bus station on its way

A new Māngere town centre bus station and new bus stops on Avenue Road in Ōtāhuhu are set to get underway in July.

Development 20 Apr 2016

Major milestone for Redoubt Road – Mill Road Corridor

The Redoubt Road – Mill Road upgrade in south Auckland has reached a major milestone.

Sports / Leisure 19 Apr 2016

Ron is back to full health with Marina Fitness

89-year-old Half Moon Bay resident Ron Jones is back to full health thanks to Marina Fitness.

Community 14 Apr 2016

Transformation of Manukau given green light

The transformation of the Manukau metropolitan centre has taken an important first step.

Community 24 Mar 2016

New footpaths for old Papatoetoe town centre 

Old Papatoetoe town centre is getting new footpaths and trees, along with upgraded street lighting on St George Street.

Manukau Ward Events

16 Apr 2025

Easter egg robot maze challenge

Master the Easter maze and collect your sweet prize.

17 Apr 2025

Re-purposed toy creations

Make sculptures by gluing re-purposed toys into your very own creations.

22 Apr 2025

Craft a cute Piwakawaka out of recycled resources

Make a beautiful Piwakawaka out of reclaimed fabric.

24 Apr 2025

Anzac military diorama

Build your own military diorama dedicated to the courageous Anzacs.

24 Apr 2025

Māngere East Community Centre school holiday program

Explore local activities & fun excursions in Mangere East.

26 Apr 2025

Village Lights

Bring your friends and whānau for an unforgettable evening under the lights!

28 Apr 2025 - 26 May 2025

Silent skies wool innovation workshops

Free classes with celebrated Fashion Designer Liz Mitchell learning crafts with wool.

29 Apr 2025 - 24 Jun 2025

Te Wā Takinga Paki (Te Reo Māori Immersion Storytime)

Let's sing, dance, and listen to stories all in te reo Māori.