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Sports / Leisure 17 Aug 2016

Auckland Council Pools and Leisure helps Paralympic swimmer

Training for free at Auckland Council Pools and Leisure facilities has helped Paralympic swimmer Tupou Neiufi claim a last-minute call-up to Rio.

Community 27 Jul 2016

Manurewa’s volunteers recognised

Manurewa’s unsung heroes – its volunteers – were the stars of the show at the recent Manurewa Local Board Community Volunteer Awards.

Development 8 Jul 2016

Papatoetoe mall gets major upgrade

A major upgrade of a main-street mall in Old Papatoetoe will get underway soon.

16 Jun 2016

Game-changing study of Manukau Harbour

Manukau Harbour’s ecological health will be put under a scientifically-backed microscope for the first time in a complex hydrodynamic study commissioned by council-controlled organisation Watercare.

Environment 14 Jun 2016

Mauri o te Moana Award winners announced

Three environmental leaders with a deep commitment to the wellbeing of the Manukau Harbour are recipients of the first Mauri o to Moana Awards.

Beaches 29 Apr 2016

Manukau Harbour home to many gems

With 520km of coastline, the Manukau Harbour is New Zealand’s second biggest harbour. It’s also home to many hidden gems which are well worth a visit while summer is still with us.

Environment 29 Apr 2016

Discover ‘Cook’s Scurvy Grass’ at the Botanic Gardens

Nau, or ‘Cook’s Scurvy Grass’, is one of the many coastal herbs which would have helped rid Captain Cook’s crew of scurvy.

Sports / Leisure 27 Apr 2016

Whitewater park opens in south Auckland

Auckland's purpose-built whitewater park opened to the public today.

Events

06 Jan 2026 - 09 Apr 2026

Glow Worm Walks

Discover magical glow worms on guided walks through Auckland’s bush

03 Jun 2025 - 22 Dec 2026

Mandarin computer class at Manukau Library

Mandarin Computer Classes help people learn the basic skills on how to use computer, smart phone,...

09 Apr 2026 - 17 Dec 2026

Microgreens workshop for kids

A fun, hands-on microgreens workshop for kids and their caregivers.

26 Mar 2026 - 07 Dec 2028

Relaxation Dancing Class

Join our dance class, do exercise and keep fit to joyful music!

10 Apr 2026

Puhinui Giveback Day

The Beautification Trust and Wiri Business Association have joined forces to bring you this speci...

11 Apr 2026

Diversity Festival

Enjoy a community led celebration, with performances, cultural displays, and food stalls bringing...

15 Apr 2026 - 17 Dec 2026

Wonderful world of tiger worms workshop for kids

A fun, hands-on worm farming workshop for kids and whānau.

10 Feb 2026 - 08 Dec 2026

Wriggle and Rhyme - Manukau Library

Designed for children aged 2 years and under, this free session helps stimulate growing minds and...