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Community 21 Feb 2023

Report leaves board committed to greater understanding of Māori issues in Manurewa

A detailed report into Auckland Council’s outcomes for Māori has seen Manurewa Local Board call for a workshop to better understand the issues involved.

Community 20 Feb 2023

Rangatahi takes on Manurewa Tuia challenge

The Franklin, Manurewa, Papakura, Māngere-Ōtāhuhu and Ōtara-Papatoetoe boards are all offering rangatahi places in a programme which pairs local government members with young Māori to enhance their leadership skills.

Storm 9 Feb 2023

An army of community volunteers mobilises in Auckland’s south

Hundreds of volunteers have come together to support residents in flood-damaged Māngere

Business / Economy 27 Jan 2023

Submissions open on Beachlands plan

A private plan change being sought around land in Beachlands could open the way for more than 3000 new dwellings.

Community 26 Jan 2023

Heritage grant for at risk St James

An Auckland Council heritage grant will help fund a much-needed conservation report for Ardmore's St James Church.

Cultural 25 Jan 2023

Multicultural celebrations are on again - Diversity Festival is back

One of Tāmaki Makaurau’s most iconic festivals is back. After a three-year break, Diversity Festival returns on Saturday 4 March to Hayman Park in Manukau.

Community 24 Jan 2023

Apply for an Upper Harbour grant

Community groups wanting to deliver projects and events in the Upper Harbour Local Board area have until 17 March to apply for funding.

Community 24 Jan 2023

Former tagger helps young Aucklanders use their skills well

A former tagger is putting his mark on Manurewa in a more positive way, and inspiring others to do the same.

Events

02 Apr 2023

World of Cultures 2023: Dance Kuchipudi with us

Try your hand (and feet) to learn some basic Kuchipudi steps.

02 Apr 2023 - 30 Apr 2023

Weaving The Whau

Try your hand at weaving on a Big Loom and recycle your old textiles at the library!

04 Mar 2023 - 16 Apr 2023

Nature Play - Myers Park

Barefooted believes in having a sole connection with our planet and for people to recognise our role in protecting it.

05 Feb 2023 - 03 Dec 2023

Sunday Book Chat

Join this friendly group to discuss all genres over tea or coffee.

05 Feb 2023 - 17 Dec 2023

Art Club

You can share your progress, get feedback, or enjoy the space and time to create.

02 Oct 2022 - 06 Aug 2023

Waiheke Library Sunday Book Club

A fun way to enjoy books and meet new people on Waiheke Island.

03 Apr 2023

Conscious Connected Breathing

Come along for a free session presented by experienced breathing coach Jefferson Chapple.

03 Apr 2023

Waiheke World of Food – EcoFest

Expect a fresh, healthy, plant-based reinterpretation of Hungarian cuisine!