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Environment 14 Sep 2018

How one school is turning parakai into a maara kai

A Papakura school is making the most of a community food scrap service.

Community 5 Sep 2018

A forest of family trees

This year the Papakura Children’s Forest celebrated its 30th anniversary.

Libraries 24 Aug 2018

Feedback wanted on Takanini Library and Community Hub

Tell us what you think about the concept plans for the services and the interior fit for the new Takanini Library and Community Hub.

Transport 23 Aug 2018

End to project a year away for Franklin commuters

Relief from the grind of the southern motorway is at least a year away.

21 Aug 2018

Planting day for major stormwater project

We are looking for plenty of helping hands for a community planting day at Wattle Farm Reserve in Manurewa on 1 September.

Youth / Rangatahi 13 Aug 2018

Papakura youth feature in new photography exhibition

Talented young sportspeople are the focus of an exhibition in Papakura town centre.

Community 2 Aug 2018

Targeted rate for Papakura food scraps collection

Auckland’s new food scraps collection service has been introduced in Papakura.

Environment 27 Jul 2018

Q&A on the Manukau Harbour Forum

We chat to Saffron Toms to find out more about the Manukau Harbour Forum and what it does.

Events

04 Feb 2026 - 02 Dec 2026

Book Chat - Sir Edmund Hillary Library

Join our lively group and meet others who are interested in sharing their reading.

09 May 2026

Rowandale Reserve playspace opening

Bring your crew for a fun-filled day with characters, a DJ, ice creams, sausage sizzles, giant bu...

13 May 2026

Tool sharpening basics for secateurs and spades

Learn-as-you-go workshop on sharpening essential garden tools.

20 May 2026

Curious Curator: a guided walk

Join our curious curator, Barbara, for a guided walk exploring some of the botanic garden’s most...