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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.

Youth / Rangatahi 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.

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.

Community 23 Nov 2018

Workshops aim to upskill neighbours with the tools to connect

Want to learn how to make your community safer and more connected?

Events

04 Apr 2026 - 26 Apr 2026

Climate action trail April fun - win prizes!

Bag a free activity booklet, explore the climate action trail and be in to win some great prizes...

08 Apr 2026

Make a paper flower bouquet

Drop in for this free creative activity where kids can create a simple flower bouquet from paper...

09 Apr 2026

Make a Fabulous Flower Pendant at Auckland Botanic Gardens

Drop in for this free creative activity where kids can design and decorate their own circle penda...

09 Apr 2026 - 17 Dec 2026

Microgreens workshop for kids

A fun, hands-on microgreens workshop for kids and their caregivers.

14 Apr 2026

Leaf art for kids

Drop in for this free, fun kids art activity where kids will explore many leaf shapes and vein fo...

15 Apr 2026

Make your own flower trading card

Drop in for this free creative activity where kids will create a flower trading card you could ma...

15 Apr 2026 - 17 Dec 2026

Wonderful world of tiger worms workshop for kids

A fun, hands-on worm farming workshop for kids and whānau.

16 Apr 2026

Kids Lavender Bag Making at Auckland Botanic Gardens

Bring the kids along for a lovely hands-on creative drop-in session exploring natural scents and...