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1 day ago

Could a berm, a spare corner, or a rain garden make your street more resilient?It's called a pocket park - a small pocket of green tucked into an existing street or neighbourhood, rather than a new standalone reserve. A spare corner. A wide berm. A little-used piece of public land. A rain garden. More street trees.Individually they don't look like much. Collectively, they do real work - soaking up rain that would otherwise pool or flood a street, cooling a block down on a hot day, and bringing a bit of nature closer to people in places where there isn't room for anything bigger.It's exactly the kind of practical, local thinking we champion and as our area gets denser with houses and roads, it matters more each year.We've pulled together a closer look at how small green spaces connect to flood resili#PapakuraCRN #CommunityResiliencea#papakurau#pocketparksc#urbanngahereP#ClimateResilienceg#GreenSpacesteResilience #GreenSpaces ... See MoreSee Less

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3 days ago

🌉This morning we attended the blessing of the newly constructed bridges at Te Maahia and Takaanini stations - which will be ready for passengers on Monday 24 August. The opening of the two new pedestrian bridges marks an important milestone with all pedestrian rail level crossings on the Eastern Line and Southern Line north of Papakura now removed. The new bridges will support more frequent train services both when City Rail Link opens and as demand grows in the coming decades.They also provide safer access to stations and better connections between communities on either side of the rail corridor. ... See MoreSee Less

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4 days ago

Sustainable Papakura just picked up two nominations at this year's Tāmaki Makaurau Zero Waste Awards.Nominated for Growing the Movement - Whakakanohi i te Kaupapa Para Kore, which recognises people who give up their own time to raise awareness and get others on board with reducing waste. While also being nominated for Community Collaboration - Hā Ora, Hāpori, for the partnerships they've built across Papakura to make that happen.While there was no trophy this year, a nomination in two categories is no small thing - it means the judges saw real, sustained mahi, not a one-off project. If you've been to one of their events, swapped something at a community day, or just seen them out doing the work, you'll know why.This is exactly the kind of local effort CRN wants to be shouting about more. Zero waste and emergency resilience aren't the same kaupapa, but they come from the same place - neighbours looking out for their patch and for each other.Ngā mihi nui to the Sustainable Papakura team for the mahi. We're proud to have you in the Papakura network.(Running a waste project of your own? Auckland Council's Waste Minimisation and Innovation Fund is open until 31 August, $1,000–$50,000 available: www.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/en/grants-community-support-housing/grants/grants-calendar/waste-mini...)#PapakuraCRN #CommunityResilience #Papakura #SustainablePapakura #ZeroWaste #WasteMinimisation #circulareconomy ... See MoreSee Less

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5 days ago

Papakura gets a little greener!49 new specimen trees were planted recently across seven Papakura parks as part of the Papakura Local Board urban ngahere / urban forest programme.Urban ngahere tree planting aims to contribute to a healthier Papakura, where trees help cool our streets and parks during hot summers, improve air quality, provide habitat for birds and insects, reduce stormwater runoff, and make our neighbourhoods nicer places to spend time.Did you know that Papakura has one of the lowest levels of tree canopy cover in Auckland? Expanding it is a great vision for the future in our opinion.Every tree planted today is not an overnight sensation, but it is building resilience one tree at a time.#PapakuraCRN #papakura #urbanngahere #CommunityResilience #ClimateAdaptation #treecanopy #greenerpapakura ... See MoreSee Less

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7 days ago

Pukekiwiriki Pā has a striking new waharoa (entranceway) and an ecological restoration programme underway.It’s more than maintaining this as a Red Hill park. It is protecting this important wāhi tapu by removing pest plants, restoring native vegetation, stabilising vulnerable areas, and safeguarding the archaeological features that tell the story of this special place - undertaken with ecological expertise alongside mana whenua.Resilience isn't only about preparing for emergencies, it is also about caring for the places that connect us to our history, identity and environment. Restoring native ecosystems, protecting cultural heritage and strengthening the health of the landscape, all help build a thriving community.The new waharoa is a beautiful symbol of that journey.#PapakuraCRN #Papakura #PukekiwirikiPā #CommunityResilience #Kaitiakitanga #EcologicalRestoration #ManaWhenua #UrbanNgahere ... See MoreSee Less

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❄️ Winter resilience tip: Let nature lend a hand.Ka ora te wai, ka ora te whenua, ka ora ngā tāngata.If the water is healthy, the land is healthy, the people are healthy.Looking after our streams and waterways isn't just good for nature, it is also part of building a more resilient community.Healthy stream edges, native plants and wetlands help slow rainwater, reduce erosion, improve water quality and provide habitat for wildlife. Together, these natural systems can help our neighbourhoods better cope with heavy rainfall.Here in Papakura, volunteers are already making a difference through projects like Papakura Stream restoration, where local people are planting native species and restoring the health of the stream for future generations.📖 Find out more about the Papakura Stream restoration project here: conservationvolunteers.co.nz/portfolio/papakura-stream-restorat #PapakuraCRNr#WinterResiliencei#papakuraa#CommunityResiliencei#healthywaterwaysr#papakurastreamt#restorationa#kaitiakitangatanga ... See MoreSee Less

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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!

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