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Community 28 Nov 2024

South's dog problem must be addressed

The south is a hotspot for roaming dogs and other bad behaviours.

Community 27 Nov 2024

Help shape park for Franklin's Papahua

Papahua will be the most significant park development in Franklin for years.

Auckland's Future In Progress 25 Nov 2024

Census highlights a changing south

The south is growing faster than the rest of Auckland and is becoming even more ethnically diverse.

Arts 20 Nov 2024

Honouring Hingaia in sculpture at Karaka

Waiohua chieftainess Hingaia is celebrated at the park that bears her name in Karaka.

Community 19 Nov 2024

Timetable developed for return of trains

Franklin Ward Councillor Andy Baker says the fully electric train service will be a game-changer for Pukekohe and surrounding areas.

Waste 19 Nov 2024

Over 10,000 tonnes recycled at Waiuku Community Recycling Centre’s 10-year mark

This month, Auckland’s first official Community Recycling Centre (CRC), Zero Waste Waiuku is celebrating 10 years of operation.

Community 7 Nov 2024

Papakura Stream helpers celebrate progress

There are thousands more plants along the Papakura Stream's banks thanks to committed volunteers.

Community 6 Nov 2024

Park concept gets the big tick

Clive Howe Park in Patumahoe will proceed to the detailed design stage.

Events

07 Dec 2024

Christmas bauble painting workshop

In this workshop, you will have 3 ceramic baubles to paint however you like.

07 Sep 2024 - 07 Dec 2024

Pukekohe Repair Café

Bring your broken or damaged items and local volunteers will fix them for you for FREE.

14 Dec 2024

Author Talk - Sandy A Bower

An author talk to launch local author Sandy A Bower’s new picture book, “Puddie Cat’s Big Move”.

11 Jan 2025

Music in Parks Maraetai

There’s great local Auckland talent to kick off the season of free music events across Tāmaki Mak...