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Community 27 Feb 2023

Unsung heroes of Puketāpapa

Puketāpapa’s superheroes swung into swift action amid Auckland’s wild weather.

Community 27 Feb 2023

Wading through it together at Riverside

At the Riverside Community Centre shelter, local volunteers and council staff helped provide a safe space and assistance during the cyclone.

Election Topics 24 Feb 2023

Local board welcomes new member following by-election

Results from the Aotea/Great Barrier Local Board by-election confirm Laura Caine as the newest member elected to the board.

Community 24 Feb 2023

More funds found for critical projects

Extra funding has been allocated to advance projects at two popular Howick Local Board local sites.

Community 24 Feb 2023

Masterplan for Centre Park put in place

A masterplan to guide development of Centre Park in Māngere has been adopted.

23 Feb 2023

Local grant helps charity glam up the guys

Fix Up Look Sharp is an Onehunga-based charity that provides free styling service for male-identified people looking to sharpen up their appearance for that all-important job interview or meeting.

14-24 year olds 23 Feb 2023

Boards call for civics education in schools

Poor voter turnout at elections is a concern for local bodies in the south.

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.

Events

05 Apr 2023

Professor Brian Greene – The Twilight of Time: A Cosmic Journey to Eternity

A reminder that the vastness of our universe cares little for human beings, so it’s up to us to take charge of our destiny.

05 Apr 2023 - 06 Apr 2023

Bunny Events for Pre-schoolers

Bring your pre-schoolers for Bunny themed days.

05 Apr 2023 - 12 Apr 2023

Working Bee at the OMG Urban Farm – EcoFest

Discover the potential and wonder that plants and soil microbes have to offer!

01 Feb 2023 - 06 Dec 2023

Book Chat - Papakura

Join us for a lively discussion of what we have all been reading.

01 Feb 2023 - 06 Dec 2023

Wednesday Book Chat

Share a review on what you're reading at the moment and discuss with other bibliophiles.

06 Apr 2023

New Volunteer Induction Session - EcoFest

Join a Volunteer Induction Session before starting to volunteer.

06 Apr 2023

Preserving 101 Workshop

Learn about all the practical methods tutor Ellen Schindler from TinyFootprint has applied in her home.

05 Jan 2023 - 07 Dec 2023

Crochet Club

Share projects and patterns with other crocheters in the community.