Papakura Local Board

11/06/2026

👏Congratulations and a big shout out to all Papakura volunteers for their commitment to lifting our community every day. Yesterday we celebrated them by recognising their dedication and efforts at our business meeting.

From clearing pest plants and protecting our environment, to mentoring rangatahi, building community spaces and showing up for local events — these legends are doing it all.

Papakura thanks you! 🙏

📸Pictured:
1. All winners and local board members
2. Christine Towers - for her dedication as a patroller with Papakura Community Patrol since 2010.
3. Graham Plows - for his commitment to Papakura Scouts since the early 2000s.
4. Alex Moulton - for establishing the Kaitiaki Crew in 2021 to help look after and beautify Papakura.
5. Marie von Keisenberg - for her commitment to Papakura Theatre Company, acknowledging her amazing service of 25 years as treasurer.

10/06/2026

🔔 Testing 1, 2, 3…

On Sunday, 14 June, between 6 – 7pm, don’t be alarmed if your mobile phone sounds an emergency alert — this is just a drill.

Read more about the nationwide Emergency Mobile Alert system test below 👇

Your mobile phone will receive an Emergency Mobile Alert (EMA) this Sunday, but don’t be alarmed – it’s a test.

08/06/2026

🪤Did someone say FREE rat traps?! No more sneaky visitors thanks to Beautification Trust! Protect your home and our environment by dropping them a line today.

04/06/2026

👏Congratulations to Conifer Grove School on its successful Auckland Council's Climate & Emergency Ready Fund application!

More than 70 initiatives are being supported – including projects right here in Papakura.

From strengthening community emergency hubs to helping locals adapt to flooding and storms, these kaupapa are building resilience where it matters most.

Over 70 Tāmaki Makaurau community groups get a share of $1.7m to prepare for climate impacts and emergencies.

03/06/2026

How did you go in the Moth Pod Competition? 🦋✨
A huge shout-out to everyone who got involved — you’ve made a real difference for our environment, and we’re so grateful for your efforts! Every pod counts in helping protect our taiao and support a pest-free South Auckland. 💚
The Pest-Free South Auckland Moth Pod Competition is proudly brought to you by us, alongside our neighbouring local boards: Māngere-Ōtāhuhu, Manurewa and Ōtara-Papatoetoe.

26/05/2026

💬🏗️🚉Feedback is now open for the Takaanini Level Crossings project. Take a look at Auckland Transport's updated bridge designs and share your thoughts by 26 June 2026.
View the plans, details for drop-in info sessions and how to submit your feedback via this link: https://at.govt.nz/projects-and-initiatives/takaanini-level-crossings-engagement

25/05/2026

💸The Sport and Rec Facilities Investment Fund is now open!
Find out more below and apply now.
This fund supports the development of community sport and recreation facilities across Tāmaki Makaurau.
Funding can support:
⚽ New sport and recreation facilities
🏊 Facility renewals and upgrades
🚴 Projects that respond to changing community needs
🤝 Partnerships that leverage external investment

14/05/2026

♻️Know a zero waste hero in Tāmaki Makaurau?

Nominations are now open for the 2026 Zero Waste Awards!
Whether it’s a passionate rangatahi, a tireless community volunteer, an innovative business or someone bringing a cultural lens to waste reduction - we want to hear their stories.

You can nominate yourself, your whānau, your organisation or someone in your community who is making a real difference.

👉Nominations open 1-31 May 2026. Nominate now by clicking the link below:

Nominations are open now until Sunday 31 May for the 2026 Tāmaki Makaurau Zero Waste Awards. These awards celebrate outstanding people and organisations whose heart and soul is in their zero waste kaupapa. NOMINATE HERE Nominations are open to individuals,…

13/05/2026

🌱Need some fresh air and a meaningful excuse to get out of the house? Sounds like the perfect reason to join our community planting day!

📆Saturday 30 May, 10am-1pm (rain date Saturday 6 June)
📍2 Charles Henry Way
🧤Bring sturdy covered footwear, water bottle and if you have, gardening gloves and a spade.

👉Register here: https://sustainablepapakura.org/?mec-events=community-planting-day-at-2-charles-henry-way-papakura-free-booking-required&occurrence=2026-05-30
ℹ️More info: [email protected]