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What has Papakura Community Resilience Network been up to lately?![]()
Over the past couple of months our members have been working on projects that strengthen both emergency preparedness and community resilience across Papakura.![]()
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๐ Planning more flood-focused Street Meets and developing portable Flood Viewer resources.![]()
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๐ป Expanding community emergency radio capability to help communities stay connected when other communications fail.![]()
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๐ฑ Supporting community gardens, food growing and the Repair Cafe ![]()
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โ๏ธ Celebrating renewable energy initiatives, including solar power, water storage and resilience planning at Papakura Marae.![]()
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๐จ Creating a new community mural celebrating our Community Emergency Hubs.![]()
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๐ฒ Exploring climate adaptation through The Adaptation Game - which helps people have conversations about preparing for the future in an interactive and engaging way.![]()
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๐ซ Working with schools to help young people learn about water, nature and climate resilience.![]()
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๐ค Progressing incorporation so CRN can support even more community-led resilience projects in the years ahead.![]()
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If you'd like to be part of the journey, we'd love to welcome you along to a future Papakura CRN#PapakuraCRNa#CommunityResilienceR#papakura #EmergencyPreparednesse#ClimateAdaptationA#neighbourhoodsh#SustainablePapakuralePapakura
After more than 50 years, Drury is getting its railway station back!![]()
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On Sunday 2 August, the new Drury Railway Station will open, connecting one of New Zealand's fastest-growing communities to Auckland's rail network once again.![]()
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For many people living near the southern end of our Papakura local board area, the new station will provide another convenient option for travelling to work, education, the airport, hospital, and later this year, the new City Rail Link stations in the city.![]()
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It's a reminder that while Auckland has relied heavily on roads for decades, rail is once again becoming an important part of how we move around our growing city.![]()
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Why does this matter for resilience?![]()
๐ More transport choices when roads are congested or disrupted![]()
๐ Less pressure on the Southern Motorway![]()
๐ฑ Lower transport emissions![]()
๐๏ธ Infrastructure that supports our rapidly growing communities![]()
๐ A transport network that's better connected and better prepared for the future.![]()
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Compare Drury Railway Station in 1905 with Drury in 2026. Sometimes the future involves rediscovering i#PapakuraCRNe#papakuraa#druryC#cityraillink##CommunityResilience##southaucklandi#publictransporta#FutureReadyansport #FutureReady
What happens on the hills affects everyone in the valley below. ๐ง๏ธ![]()
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Residents in Waimauku are raising concerns that a proposed 2,000-home development above their flood-prone valley could worsen flooding downstream. ![]()
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Whatever the outcome, the story highlights something every community needs to understand: flood risk doesn't stop at your property line. Rain that falls upstream ends up somewhere and knowing your local catchment, your flood risk, and what to do before heavy rain hits can make a real difference.![]()
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Here in Papakura, the Community Resilience Network is helping our community get ahead of severe weather through practical education, workshops, and local connections because preparation works best before an emergency.![]()
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๐ And watch this space... in the coming weeks we're launching our brand-new Flood Preparedness Card Game - a fun, hands-on way for families, schools and community groups to learn what to do when the water rises.![]()
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Because resilience starts long before the floodwat#papakura![]()
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Read More Here:![]()
www.stuff.co.nz/home-property/361005885/were-going-get-flooded-anger-2000-home-development-enters...
โWeโre going to get floodedโ: The 2000-home plan terrifying a town
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Residents in flood-prone Waimauku fear a proposed development on the hills above them could worsen flooding across the valley.
๐ง๏ธA new report has found that many Aucklanders make assumptions about flooding that may not reflect today's reality. For example, just because a property hasn't flooded before doesn't mean it won't in the future.![]()
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It also found that many people renting homes don't know about info available to help them understand local flood risks and prepare for severe weather.![]()
We know our community has experienced flooding in the past, and as our area continues to grow, it's important that all of us to understand thAuckland Council live.![]()
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โข The Auckland Council Flood Viewer lets you check potential flood hazards where you live![]()
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โข The Climate Action website below also has practical advice on preparing your home ![]()
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More info here: ๐ aucklandclimateaction.nz/news#PapakuraCRNt#papakuraa#CommunityResilience##FloodReadyo#ClimateReadye#bepreparedeady #ClimateReady #BePrepared
What do you think of 3-30-300 as a tree guide for your neighbourhood?![]()
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It's a simple idea that's being used around the world to help create healthier, greener and nicer neighbourhoods.![]()
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The goal is that everyone should:![]()
๐ณ See 3 mature trees from their home, school or workplace![]()
๐ฟ Live in a neighbourhood with 30% tree canopy cover![]()
๐ถ Be within a 300-metre walk of a quality green space or park.![]()
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Trees help cool our streets, improve air quality, provide habitat for wildlife, reduce flooding and make our neighbourhoods more enjoyable places to live.![]()
Auckland Council has adopted a long-term goal of 30% urban tree canopy cover across Tฤmaki Makaurau by 2050. Papakura currently has around 14% tree canopy cover, so we still have some growing to do.![]()
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๐ฌ Do you think we're on track? Are there enough trees and green spaces w#PapakuraCRNe#papakurar#urbanforestr#CommunityResilienceu#GreenerNeighbourhoodsr#ClimateAction #ClimateAction
Come along to our Hokohoko Free Day![]()
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Thursday 16 July![]()
๐ 11:00AM โ 1:00PM![]()
๐ Papakura Marae โ Lower Carpark![]()
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PLEASE NOTE: Hokohoko will be closed on Tuesday 14 July
Ever wondered how much Papakura has changed over the last 80+ years?![]()
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Using council maps, this video takes us back in time - comparing Papakura town centre, the motorway corridor and part of the Pฤhurehure estuary from today back to the 1940s ๐![]()
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You can really see the scale of urban growth and changing land use across our community. ![]()
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๐ก Looking at historic data like this helps us better understand how our environment has changed, so we can also plan for a more resilient future as Papakura continues to grow.![]()
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Itโs fascinating to see how much has changed over a lifetime. Have a watch and see what stands out to you ๐![]()
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Auckland Council recently awarded funding through its Te Ara Urutau - Climate and Emergency Ready Fund, helping community projects that prepare for emergencies, reduce emissions and build resilience.![]()
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Some projects close to home received support, including:![]()
๐ฒ Conifer Grove School - creating a Community Wheels Hub to encourage more children to walk, cycle and scoot to school.![]()
๐ด Counties Manukau Sport - helping older South Aucklanders build confidence using bikes and e-bikes alongside the electrified rail network through their Ride and Rail Auckland programme.![]()
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Neighbouring areas also received support:![]()
๐จ Hunua Community Response Group - to strengthen rural emergency preparedness with volunteer training and a fully equipped emergency response trailer.![]()
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๐ค Manurewa Neighbourhood Support - supporting street-by-street emergency readiness so neighbours know how to help one another during emergencies.![]()
Congratulations to everyone involved. Every project like these helps create stronger, healthier and more resilient communities across South Auckland๐![]()
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#PapakuraCRN #CommunityResilience #southauckland #papakura #tearaurutau #ClimateAction #EmergencyPreparedness
Locals helping locals get ready
The Papakura Community Resilience Network (CRN) strengthens disaster preparedness in Papakura, Drury, and Takaanini by building local connections, raising community awareness, and providing critical resources. Our goal is to create a more resilient community through collaborative support.
It starts with neighbours
Community resilience begins with neighbourhoods. That means getting to know folks on your street and building a support network. Street Meets are a fun way to get to know the folks on your street. Become a CRN Registered “Street Leader” and organise a cook out in your neighbourhood.
What we do
Disaster Training
Our Disaster Training sessions equip you with practical skills and knowledge to handle emergencies confidently. Learn how to prepare your home, help your neighbors, and respond effectively when disaster strikes. Join us to become a vital part of our community’s resilience.
Community Hubs
Community Hubs are the heart of our resilience network. These designated gathering points are places where neighbors come together, share resources, and support one another during times of need. Find your nearest hub and get involved in strengthening our community’s readiness.
Street Meets
Street Meets are fun, casual events that bring neighbors together over a BBQ or shared meal. They are a great way to build friendships and foster connections that will help us all in times of need. Come along, meet your neighbors, and help build a resilient Papakura!
