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Food / Drink 8 Jul 2019

Local food-sharing idea goes global

When Helensville local Mark Dennis set up a food-sharing stand, he had no idea the idea would soon be copied throughout the US and Europe.

Free 8 Jul 2019

Puketāpapa Local Board supports te reo lessons

Puketāpapa locals will be able to learn te reo Māori and develop an understanding of a Māori worldview thanks to free lessons by Te Wananga o Aotearoa at the local Wesley Community Centre.

Housing 5 Jul 2019

Long skinny houses only on new Franklin section

Franklin Local Board has approved the sale of the 120 metre long and two metre wide section in Beachlands.

Sports / Leisure 5 Jul 2019

Local board gives sports a boost

Franklin Local Board is providing funds to put privately and school-owned facilities to use for the community.

Youth / Rangatahi 5 Jul 2019

Do Good Feel Good brings positive change to south Auckland communities

With a mission to bring positive change in south Auckland communities, Do Good Feel Good recently placed another 'activation container' in Māngere’s Imrie Avenue Reserve.

Community 5 Jul 2019

Waiuku representative resigns

Franklin Local Board Waiuku subdivision member Brendon Crompton has resigned and his place won't be filled until October's election.

5 Jul 2019

Transforming Māngere-Ōtāhuhu for the future

Māngere-Ōtāhuhu Local Board has recently funded a host of renewal and upgrade projects in the local board area to benefit residents.

Youth / Rangatahi 5 Jul 2019

Nominations open for 2019 Manurewa Community Volunteer Awards

Nominations are now open for the 2019 awards, showcasing the work of individuals and organisations that serve their community.

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Te Reo Māori Bilingual Storytime

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13 Feb 2026 - 11 Dec 2026

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25 Apr 2026

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25 Apr 2026

Anzac Dawn Service - Māngere Domain

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25 Apr 2026

Anzac Day Parades and Services 2026

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25 Apr 2026

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