Kids / Family

Matariki – It’s Written in the Stars!

Birds in the air

Matariki Festival provides great opportunities to have fun together with your loved ones thanks to the Māori tradition of kite flying.

Five stellar spots to see the stars this Matariki

It is time to turn your face to the north-eastern skies and peel your eyes for the constellation known as Matariki.

Nine ways to celebrate Matariki

As Tāmaki Makaurau gets ready for Matariki, here are nine ways you can celebrate the Māori New Year with whānau and friends - one for each star in the cluster.

Why South Head should be your next family outing

South Head boasts some of our region’s most picturesque beaches, lakes, views and paths, and a spectacular regional park to boot.

Papakura intersection work planned

Improvements are on the way for a notorious Papakura accident black spot.

Waiuku sports club gets funding boost

Wanted: Users for Ōpaheke Sports Park

Papakura Local Board wants to establish the needs of those interested in using Ōpaheke Sports Park.