

From parks and libraries to museums and art galleries, councils can be a key supporter of sporting, recreational and cultural events that bring communities to life. Community facilities, including sports grounds and town halls, are often owned and run by councils.

From parks and libraries to museums and art galleries, councils can be a key supporter of sporting, recreational and cultural events that bring communities to life. Community facilities, including sports grounds and town halls, are often owned and run by councils.
Maintain and improve parks, pools and libraries so they remain accessible, affordable and welcoming for all ages.
Support local sports and arts groups with facilities and spaces that strengthen community wellbeing and connection.
Encourage community events and festivals that celebrate local culture, bring people together and boost town centres.
Advocate for equitable investment in the upkeep and improvement of local parks, reserves and sports fields across all neighbourhoods.
Support and promote local artists, performers and community-led festivals that celebrate Paraparaumu’s unique character and creativity.
Ensure libraries and community halls remain accessible, multi-use hubs that serve as vibrant hearts for neighbourhoods.
Work proactively on the replacement of Paraparaumu Community Centre with a focus on a more multi-use facility for cultural, sports and conferences.
Actively engage in the Wharemauku wetland restoration project as part of the New Central Park Development.
Play a part in marketing Paraparaumu and building on more visual arts in the wider community.
Maintain and improve parks, pools and libraries so they remain accessible, affordable and welcoming for all ages.
Support local sports and arts groups with facilities and spaces that strengthen community wellbeing and connection.
Encourage community events and festivals that celebrate local culture, bring people together and boost town centres.
Advocate for equitable investment in the upkeep and improvement of local parks, reserves and sports fields across all neighbourhoods.
Support and promote local artists, performers and community-led festivals that celebrate Paraparaumu’s unique character and creativity.
Ensure libraries and community halls remain accessible, multi-use hubs that serve as vibrant hearts for neighbourhoods.
Work proactively on the replacement of Paraparaumu Community Centre with a focus on a more multi-use facility for cultural, sports and conferences.
Actively engage in the Wharemauku wetland restoration project as part of the New Central Park Development.
Play a part in marketing Paraparaumu and building on more visual arts in the wider community.
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