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Community 14 Mar 2019

Why do we fly kites at Matariki?

Join in this Māori tradition at the three Manu Aute Kite Day events this Sunday.

Development 14 Mar 2019

Progress on Hurstmere Road upgrade

Hurstmere Road is being upgraded to create a more open, modern and lively beachside destination.

Development 14 Mar 2019

Transforming Takapuna

The revitalisation of the Takapuna town centre is in full swing following the recent demolition of buildings on Hurstmere Road.

Heritage 13 Mar 2019

Pukekohe railway station fate still undecided

Efforts are underway to assess the cost of moving the station, with an eye on preserving parts of the historic building.

Community 12 Mar 2019

Panmure’s iconic roundabout is set for a change

Work is due to begin on long-awaited improvements in Panmure as part of the ongoing AMETI project.

Community 12 Mar 2019

Residents urged to speak up about speed limits in Franklin

Franklin Local Board members are urging residents to have their say on proposed speed limit changes in the area.

Community 11 Mar 2019

New Lynn Community Centre in line for $1 million investment

A decision has been made to redevelop and improve facilities at the popular venue.

Youth / Rangatahi 11 Mar 2019

Papakura Local Board savings invested in community

Careful cost management has seen the board vote to allocate more than $50,000 to community activities.

Events

03 May 2026 - 13 Sep 2026

Community Classics: At the Movies

Gather the whānau together for an uplifting afternoon of music for everyone.

16 Feb 2025 - 23 Dec 2029

Dementia friendly Sunday

Come for a cuppa and a chat in a safe friendly space.

14 Sep 2026

Waiata for tamariki

A fun 30-minute waiata session for preschool tamariki and their whānau.

14 Sep 2026 - 17 Sep 2026

Kapa Haka Workshop

Join us at Toia Library to celebrate Te Wiki o te Reo Māori Language Week! 

14 Sep 2026 - 20 Sep 2026

Te Wiki o te Reo Māori at MOTAT

A week full of playful, creative, and hands-on experiences for tamariki and whānau!

09 Feb 2026 - 14 Dec 2026

Movie Monday at Rānui Library

Join us at Rānui library for Monday Movie, held on the second Monday of every month.

02 Feb 2026 - 17 Dec 2029

Community singing

Join us to sing songs you know and love in a friendly, supportive setting.

15 Sep 2026

Tea and Topics: Burning the books

Presentation by Tim Koelmeyer, a retired pathologist and a dedicated bibliophile.