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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.
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.
Awards open to Auckland farmers
Auckland Council has partnered with the New Zealand Farm Environment Trust, so that the region’s farmers and horticulturists are eligible to enter the 2016 Ballance Farm Environment Awards – with entries open until 31 October.
Fresh Gallery Ōtara
Fresh Gallery Ōtara, an art exhibition space run by Auckland Council and the community.
Running for Auckland Council?
Want to be more directly involved in decisions that will help make Auckland a great place to live? Consider running as a candidate in the next council elections.
Papakura volunteers celebrated
Volunteers and various community groups were officially congratulated and celebrated at the Papakura Local Board Volunteer Awards ceremony, held recently at Hawkins Theatre.
Memorial Gardens seeks help locating families
Manukau Memorial Gardens is asking for help from the public to trace the families of loved ones whose headstones were accidentally damaged last week.
New military gallery opens at Papakura Museum
A new military gallery has opened at Papakura Museum, with an exhibition to commemorate the 100th anniversary of WWI.
Events
Threads of Nathan Homestead Pukepuke
Come celebrate our rich heritage while looking toward a vibrant future shaped by the community th...
Flower detective: Draw and discover
Learn the different parts of a flower through a fun, colourful drawing activity.
Create your own spring badge
Bring the kids along for a hands-on creative drop-in session.
Kiekie preparation for weavers
Join us for a full day harvest and preparation of kiekie for weaving workshop.
Making Life Easier: Home Appliances
Join historian Phil Sai-Louie to discover the changes domestic electricity brought to lives of Au...
One cup, one thousand stories
Join these hands-on sessions to immerse in the experience and along the way, gain a deeper unders...