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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.

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.

Events

15 Apr 2023

Free Silent Disco City Clean-Up - Massey

The 1-hour clean-up is followed by a 30-minute guided meditation to connect with nature and gain the inner wisdom to plant the seeds for the future.

15 Apr 2023

Fun Recycle Storytime and Craft Project

Make a shopping bag out of an old T-shirt.

15 Apr 2023

Grow, Forage, Cook - Healthy Eating Autumn

In this workshop, you’ll get a tour of EcoMatters Teaching Garden with garden coordinator Meg Liptrot and have a go at planting a winter crop

15 Apr 2023

Hand Building Clay

We will use simple techniques to create unique and exciting surfaces for your special space.

15 Apr 2023

Healing with Creativity

We can understand what grief is and the process of healing through short talks and rock painting activities.

15 Apr 2023

Movies at the Beach

Huddle up under a gorgeous autumn sky to enjoy movies on the giant screen in a magical seaside setting.

15 Apr 2023

Oneroa Rat Trial Walk with Te Korowai o Waiheke - EcoFest

The walk will start at Alison Park and finish at Little Oneroa and is suitable for all fitness and age levels.

15 Apr 2023

Painting Florals with Gold Leaf

Learn how to use gold leaf to add dazzling effects to your floral paintings.