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Community 31 Jul 2019

Papakura's swimming pools go solar

New Zealand’s largest solar-powered swimming pool heating system is now in place at Massey Aquatic Centre.

Cycling 30 Jul 2019

Takaanini Station park and ride opens

A park and ride at Takaanini Station has opened, making train travel even more convenient.

Community 29 Jul 2019

Local boards back emergency recovery plan

Local boards want any disaster recovery plan well circulated so people have as much information as possible.

25 Jul 2019

Weymouth boat ramp set for upgrade

Manurewa boating community is celebrating after Weymouth boat ramp is set to get the much-awaited upgrade.

Transport 25 Jul 2019

Traffic lights coming to Claude Road-Alfriston Road intersection

Manurewa Local Board has approved funding to enable the installation of traffic lights for the Claude Road and Alfriston Road intersection.

Environment 15 Jul 2019

Papakura's green future funded

Papakura Local Board has identified six major environmental projects for investment in 2019/2020.

Youth / Rangatahi 11 Jul 2019

South Auckland school's police programme receives grant

Papakura High School’s Pathways to Police programme, Hotaka Piri Kura, has received a $5000 Auckland Airport grant.

Community 11 Jul 2019

Papakura savings go back to community

Papakura Local Board has topped up its grants funding from underspends on projects throughout the year.

Events

03 Oct 2026

Threads of Nathan Homestead Pukepuke

Come celebrate our rich heritage while looking toward a vibrant future shaped by the community th...

07 Oct 2026

Flower detective: Draw and discover

Learn the different parts of a flower through a fun, colourful drawing activity.

08 Oct 2026

Create your own spring badge

Bring the kids along for a hands-on creative drop-in session.

10 Oct 2026

Kiekie preparation for weavers

Join us for a full day harvest and preparation of kiekie for weaving workshop.

10 Oct 2026

Making Life Easier: Home Appliances

Join historian Phil Sai-Louie to discover the changes domestic electricity brought to lives of Au...

25 Jul 2026 - 12 Dec 2026

One cup, one thousand stories

Join these hands-on sessions to immerse in the experience and along the way, gain a deeper unders...