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Community 17 Dec 2018

Investment to support Papakura Marae housing plan

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has announced a $1 million investment to support Papakura Marae's kaumātua housing plan.

14-24 year olds 13 Dec 2018

Scholarships helping Papakura youth succeed

Budding lawyers, builders, company directors, nurses and community leaders are among recipients of the first ever Papakura Local Board Youth Scholarships.

Environment 12 Dec 2018

Stormwater works revitalising Takanini natural heritage

A stormwater project is reducing the impact of flooding for Takanini residents and improving natural heritage.

Community 6 Dec 2018

Creativity rules at Papakura's The Corner

A community hub is fostering creativity in young people to help improve their local area.

Beaches 6 Dec 2018

Safeswim returns to Auckland with new swimming spots

Auckland Council’s Safeswim website is ready for summer, highlighting water quality around the region.

Community 5 Dec 2018

National award for Orion Street neighbourhood group

A team dedicated to cleaning up Orion Street in Papakura has been recognised with a national award.

Parks / Outdoors 30 Nov 2018

Kirks Bush a labour of love for volunteers

For 25 years the Friends of Kirks Bush have transformed the park into a tranquil oasis in the heart of Papakura.

Arts 28 Nov 2018

New artwork tells Manurewa’s story

A new artwork lines the covered walkway leading from Southmall to the Manurewa public transport interchange.

Events

15 Aug 2024 - 29 Aug 2024

Family History Month at Sir Edmund Hillary Library

Join us this Family History Month for a series of exciting events.

14 Sep 2024

NZTrio: Triptych 2 - Untrodden Ways (Selections)

Bringing together three incredibly accomplished artists: Amalia Hall (violin), Ashley Brown (cell...