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Community 29 Mar 2016

Future looks bright for Mascot Ave

Works have commenced on a community trail and improvements to Mascot Avenue.

Community 24 Mar 2016

New footpaths for old Papatoetoe town centre 

Old Papatoetoe town centre is getting new footpaths and trees, along with upgraded street lighting on St George Street.

Cultural 26 Feb 2016

Sculptor of the week - Lucy Bucknall

Devonport-based sculptor Lucy Bucknall’s work The Learning captures the tender experience of storytelling that comes from this intimate and concentrated joint activity.

Transport 24 Feb 2016

More bus services for south Auckland

South Aucklanders will get more bus services when new contracts, signed on 23 February, come into effect later this year.

Environment 22 Jan 2016

Tau fly found in Manurewa

The Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) is investigating a find of a single Tau fly in a surveillance trap in the Auckland suburb of Manurewa.

Housing 15 Jan 2016

Steady growth for Auckland’s housing consents

Nearly $3b of new dwellings were consented in Auckland in the 12 months to November 2015, new figures out show.

Development 21 Dec 2015

Walkway to improve connections in Papakura

A covered 250-metre walkway is going to be built to link Papakura Train Station to the town centre.

Exhibition 30 Nov 2015

Spotlight on our neighbourhoods – Papakura

From its thriving town centre, historic Hawkins Theatre and art galleries, to the rural area of Karaka, which is famous for its thoroughbred industry, Papakura has a perfect mix of town and country.

Events

11 Jul 2026

Dragon Beard Candy Workshop

Discover the traditional craft of dragon beard candy - a delicate handmade sweet made from sugar...

27 Jun 2026 - 15 Aug 2026

Whiria te Tāngata

Join us over the Matariki period for this exhibition, workshops and other activities centred on t...

15 Jul 2026

Swirly star lantern

Design your own swirly star lantern to celebrate Matariki.

16 Mar 2026 - 14 Dec 2026

Digital Drop-in

Drop in to our sessions for one-on-one digital coaching with our tech-passionate librarians.

10 Feb 2026 - 08 Dec 2026

Pēpē at Waimāhia Clendon Library

Come along to Pēpē, a gentle and welcoming session filled with songs, movement, finger rhymes, an...

10 Feb 2026 - 08 Dec 2026

Think Outside the Box

Join us every Tuesday for Think Outside the Box a fun, hands-on after school drawing session.

22 Jul 2026

Beginners guide to fruit tree pruning

Perfect for home gardeners looking to gain confidence and practical skills.

11 Feb 2026 - 09 Dec 2026

Storytime | Wā Takinga Paki at Waimāhia Clendon Library

Join us each Wednesday for a joyful Storytime filled with laughter, imagination, and the magic of...