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Educational 19 Apr 2018

Papakura youth scholarship winners inspire

The latest group of Papakura Youth Scholarship recipients have aspirations to become paramedics, lawyers, chefs and sailors.

Community 13 Apr 2018

Investing in a safer Papakura

Papakura Local Board is upgrading the public safety camera system in the town centre.

Waste 4 Apr 2018

Papakura retirement village takes up food waste collection

Auckland Council’s new food waste collection has recently rolled out across the former Papakura Council area.

Transport 29 Mar 2018

New overbridge boost for cyclists and walkers

A new off-road shared walkway and cycling path will give locals alternative ways to get around.

2 Mar 2018

New local board member has Manurewa at heart

Dave Pizzini might be the new face on the Manurewa Local Board but the recently-elected local board member is no stranger to Manurewa - a community his family has lived in for generations.

Transport 17 Jan 2018

Manurewa Station electronic ticket gates go live today

To help improve safety and reduce fare evasion, electronic ticket gates have been installed at Manurewa Train Station.

Waste 30 Nov 2017

Red bins on a roll in south and east Auckland

Thanks, south and east Auckland – you’re winning at binning the bags!

Events

16 Apr 2026

Beautification Trust Open Day

Join us at the Beautification Trust Open Day to explore how you can contribute to a cleaner, gree...

29 Apr 2026

Plant a tree like a pro

Come along to this free workshop and learn how to set your garden trees up for success.

13 May 2026

Tool sharpening basics for secateurs and spades

Learn-as-you-go workshop on sharpening essential garden tools.

20 May 2026

Curious Curator: a guided walk

Join our curious curator, Barbara, for a guided walk exploring some of the botanic garden’s most...