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14-24 year olds 8 Nov 2024

Papakura students have eyes on the future

A dozen Papakura rangatahi have received grants to help them pursue further study.

City Centre Waterfront 8 Nov 2024

Bluey set to steal hearts this Farmers Santa Parade, supported by the city centre’s newest 'elves'

Two symbolic characters at the centre of Auckland’s historic Farmers Santa Parade are turning out for the 91st time.

Community 8 Nov 2024

New Point Chevalier library on track to open in autumn 2025

Point Chevalier is set to welcome its newest community facility next year – with a new modular library set to open its doors in May 2025.

City Centre Waterfront 7 Nov 2024

AUT design students have renewed their own backyard

St Paul Street has been renewed by the people who use it most – students of AUT.

Community 7 Nov 2024

Love Yourz

The first-ever combined youth groups event in the Ōtara-Papatoetoe local board area was a sparkling and uplifting celebration, as the area honours its exceptional youth and their remarkable contributions to the community.

Community 7 Nov 2024

Papakura Stream helpers celebrate progress

There are thousands more plants along the Papakura Stream's banks thanks to committed volunteers.

Community 7 Nov 2024

Santa's Papakura SOS answered

The annual Papakura Christmas Parade has a new venue.

Community 7 Nov 2024

Community projects get a helping hand in Hibiscus and Bays

Twenty-four organisations were recently awarded a share of $63,678.50 to support their work helping communities in Hibiscus and Bays.

Events

30 Jun 2024 - 30 Jun 2025

Good Friends Group

Looking to meet some like-minded people? Join us over a cuppa every Tuesday. Meet new friends in...

30 Jun 2024 - 30 Jun 2025

Whānau Friendly Exercise Classes

Join Tu Ranga Ora in this exercise programme.

04 Jun 2024 - 26 Nov 2024

TnT (Tupu and Teens)

All Tupu & Teens are welcome to join us in our weekly activities celebrating various themes, holi...

28 May 2024 - 24 Dec 2024

Shared Reading Group

Join us to enjoy a short story & poem read aloud with a cup of tea.

14 May 2024 - 10 Dec 2024

Rhymetime

Join our Rhymetime sessions featuring songs, movement, and finger rhymes designed for pre-schoole...

14 May 2024 - 15 Dec 2024

Wriggle and Rhyme - Mt Roskill Library

Join us for a fun Wriggle and Rhyme session!

07 May 2024 - 20 Dec 2024

Japanese Playgroup Pakuranga

Join this event to learn more about Japanese culture for parents and their children.

30 Apr 2024 - 17 Dec 2024

Ellen Melville Centre Baby Coffee Group

A place to connect, create new friendships, and share & learn from each other’s experiences on yo...