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Youth / Rangatahi 25 Mar 2019

Papakura students eye life on the beat

Papakura High School has launched a programme designed to lead students into a career with the New Zealand Police.

Sports / Leisure 19 Mar 2019

Weather doesn’t dampen community’s enthusiasm for exercise

Making healthy choices was the focus of the inaugural Manurewa Fun Run held on Saturday 9 March.

Community 14 Mar 2019

Why do we fly kites at Matariki?

Join in this Māori tradition at the three Manu Aute Kite Day events this Sunday.

Youth / Rangatahi 11 Mar 2019

Papakura Local Board savings invested in community

Careful cost management has seen the board vote to allocate more than $50,000 to community activities.

Heritage 7 Mar 2019

New Manurewa toilets reveal railway history

Commuters needing a pit stop at Manurewa train station will not only get some relief - but a little insight into local history.

Beaches 6 Mar 2019

WATCH: The Manukau Harbour's stunning beauty

A place of such beauty, in need of our protection and care.

Community 4 Mar 2019

Papakura kids rebuild community pātaka

Children from Park Estate School in Papakura have been hard at work improving their neighbourhood pantry.

Youth / Rangatahi 4 Mar 2019

A space to call home in Manurewa

A hub for Manurewa's young people to hold events, be creative, study and hang out is proving a hit with the community.

Events

30 May 2026 - 06 Jun 2026

Drawing from life

Discover the skill of observing and capturing real life subjects.

06 Jun 2026

Vessels: Clay workshop

Make your own clay vessel assisted by Manurewa Potters Club (MPC) potters.

13 Jun 2026

Textured earring and pendant workshop

Explore and learn how to design, cut, texture, polish, and patina a piece of copper.

20 Jun 2026

Sewing workshop

Thread the needle and get stitching in this playful introduction to sewing.

20 Jun 2026 - 04 Jul 2026

Weaving workshops: Birds and stars

Learn to weave birds and stars at Nathan Homestead Pukepuke.

27 Jun 2026 - 15 Aug 2026

Whiria te Tāngata

Join us over the Matariki period for this exhibition, workshops and other activities centred on t...