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Community news 21 Apr 2026

Help design the Manly Park playground

Have your say on the Manly Park playground upgrade.

Walkways 20 Apr 2026

Walker’s bequest to enhance Ōrākei pathways

A keen walker who loved the outdoors has bequeathed her estate to the Ōrākei Local Board to be used for the development and maintenance of walkways and pathways.

Community news 20 Apr 2026

Community feedback invited on memorial design at Pukekohe Cemetery

Plans for a memorial garden to recognise the unmarked graves in Pukekohe Cemetery have been released for public comment.

Emergency Recovery 16 Apr 2026

Voting open for Roskill-Wesley storm recovery initiatives

Locals in Mt Roskill and Wesley are taking the next step in shaping their recovery from the 2023 storms, with voting now open for community-led projects to bring to life.

Community news 15 Apr 2026

Ti Rākau Park - bigger, better for Pakūranga

Better, more welcoming public spaces are now in place at Ti Rākau Park in Pakūranga, following upgrades to the changing rooms and toilets by the Howick Local Board.

Youth / Rangatahi 15 Apr 2026

Good vibes after school at Rangatahi Piki Ake

Rangatahi Piki Ake is a free youth drop-in programme for rangatahi aged 13–18 years offered during Term 2, thanks to the Māngere-Ōtāhuhu and Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Boards.

Community news 13 Apr 2026

Walk this way: Puketāpapa Local Board unlocks safer pedestrian crossing for Dominion Road

One of Auckland’s busiest roads will be easier to safely get cross, thanks to funding from the Puketāpapa Local Board.

Community news 13 Apr 2026

Calling all community champions for Papakura

From sports fields to community halls, arts spaces to local reserves, volunteers can be found in many places around neighbourhood, helping it thrive. 

Events

25 Jul 2026

Gently Loved Markets Flea

An indoor garage sale filled with preloved treasures.

25 Jul 2026

Harakeke Surface Making

This workshop introduces you to making harakeke paper surfaces through a simple, accessible process.

25 Jul 2026

Heal yourself with herbal medicine

Learn practical insights into naturopathy and natural approaches to supporting wellbeing.

25 Jul 2026

Mānawatia a Matariki - Fashion by Dhanak Humayun

Her Story – Matariki Fashion Show 2026 by Rakshi’s Design returns to the Papakura Museum.

25 Jul 2026

Matariki Night Market

Whether you're coming for the kai, the music or simply to spend time with your whānau, we'd love...

25 Jul 2026

Midwinter artisan market

Come along and experience an array of locally handmade artisan products.

25 Jul 2026

One More Song: Immersive Exhibition Experience

Immerse yourself in an exclusive, curated soundtrack to accompany your visit to the Encore! exhib...

25 Jul 2026

One More Song: Live Screen Printing

Experience live screen printing at the library!