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Community 7 Jun 2022

Papakura intersection work planned

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

Community 3 Jun 2022

Celebrating Matariki in Balmoral

Local celebrations in Albert-Eden bring a unique opportunity to learn more about Matariki.

2 Jun 2022

Christmas cheer to Franklin grants

Christmas events have received Franklin Local board funding.

Environment 1 Jun 2022

Nominations open for 2022 local environmental awards

Nominations are now open for the biennial Love Your Place Awards.

Transport 1 Jun 2022

Franklin calls for one speed approach

Franklin Local Board says proposed speed restrictions would be easier to implement and enforce if roads were restricted to one speed. one

31 May 2022

Drury stations get te reo names

Three stations on the developing Papakura-Pukekohe railway line have been given te reo names.

Plans / Projects 31 May 2022

Meadowood House gets a makeover

Meadowood Community House has had a makeover, with warm and inviting spaces now available for community groups.

Events

10 Feb 2026 - 08 Dec 2026

Rhymetime - Ōrewa

Join our Rhymetime sessions with waiata, bubbles, books and movement for pre-schoolers and their...

10 Feb 2026 - 08 Dec 2026

Shared Reading Group - Glen Eden Library

Relax and enjoy short stories and poetry read aloud.

10 Feb 2026 - 08 Dec 2026

Wriggle and Rhyme - Manukau

This free session helps stimulate growing minds and bodies while providing lots of fun.

10 Feb 2026 - 15 Dec 2026

Babies and Bubbles

Join us for songs, movement and bubbles for developing brains.

10 Feb 2026 - 15 Dec 2026

Ponsonby Playgroup

Ponsonby Playgroup is a friendly place for parents/caregivers and their children to meet and play.

05 Feb 2026 - 17 Dec 2026

Tai Chi for health

Designed to empower people to improve health and wellness.

03 Feb 2026 - 15 Dec 2026

BrainCharge - Kumeū

Give your brain a weekly workout at Kumeu Library's BrainCharge sessions.

03 Feb 2026 - 15 Dec 2026

Low-sensory hours

Every Tuesday morning 10am–12pm, our current exhibition is set to a low-sensory experience, with...