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17 Apr 2019

Explore the world in your own backyard with Taste of Puketāpapa

Discover diversity on your doorstep with a visit to the restaurants and shops in Puketāpapa.

Community 16 Apr 2019

Papakura preparing for StreetFest in May

StreetFest returns to Great South Road on 4 May, and there's still time to register for your business to attend.

Community 15 Apr 2019

Albany Community Hub to host first Family Fun Day

The Albany centre will come alive on Sunday 19 May with free music, outdoor activities, games, craft, food and more.

Community 15 Apr 2019

Good work applauded in Albert-Eden

Community groups and volunteers were celebrated at an event for their efforts to make Albert-Eden kinder and more livable.

Transport 15 Apr 2019

New bus services offer more direct journeys for east Aucklanders

New services will be in place to provide more direct trips while the first stage of the Eastern Busway is built from Panmure to Pakuranga.

Community 15 Apr 2019

Hall at heart of Smiths Ave community's revival

An underused hall in Papakura's Smiths Ave Reserve is being transformed by locals striving to rebuild the heart of their community.

Environment 15 Apr 2019

Waging war on pests in Greenhithe

Greenhithe Community Trust has been working with local residents on a large-scale pest control programme in the area.

12 Apr 2019

PopUp Business School helps get your ideas off the ground

West Auckland and Puketāpapa locals with great business ideas can now get practical tips and real-world mentoring from the PopUp Business School Aotearoa.

Events

05 Nov 2025 - 17 Dec 2026

Rhymetime - Takapuna Library

Sing, listen, and play—bubbles, stories, and songs at Rhymetime!

05 Nov 2025 - 30 Dec 2026

Digital and CV Support at Avondale Library

Free digital and CV support. 

29 Jan 2025 - 16 Dec 2026

Rhyme Time with Stories at Avondale Library

Join our rhyme time sessions with stories, songs, and movements.

23 Apr 2026

Midsummer Night’s Dream

An illumination of distant stars and far horizons, with undercurrents of darkness.

23 Apr 2026

Notes on Tāmaki: Passione Quartet

Experience the beauty and power of live chamber music.

23 Apr 2026 - 11 Jun 2026

Realistic Drawing & Portrait Oil Painting Class

Unleash your artistic potential as we delve into traditional drawing techniques.

12 Mar 2026 - 30 Nov 2027

Wriggle & Rhyme

It’s a playful way for whānau to support early language, movement, and meet other families in the...

05 Mar 2026 - 23 Apr 2026

Guided Ranger Walks

Discover the unique native flora and fauna of this forest ecosystem and learn about key environme...