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Educational 21 Sep 2018

Friday with Simone Nathan

Discover the enduring legacy of Simone Nathan, fundraiser and advocate for women and children.

Cultural 18 Sep 2018

Keeping te reo Maori alive through coffee and kai

A group of Manurewa youth have set up a cafe to help those wanting a place to practise their te reo Māori in a fun, non-judgemental setting.

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.

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...