Upcoming Events

The South Auckland Aviation Map is a digital trail connecting a network of historic aviation sites across the region. From early paddock take-offs to military activity and modern airfields, it brings together the people, places, and stories that shaped local flight. This talk by Alan Knowles introduces the trail that has been developed by Papakura Museum for Auckland Council and shows how South Auckland played a key role in New Zealand’s aviation history.

Afternoon tea will follow the Speaker (Gold coin donation appreciated).  All welcome.  Our meetings are open to non-members. 

At the conclusion of AGM business, there will be a talk by JM Laird, Author.

"Miss Bumby's Mission," written by JM Laird, is based on the diaries of Mary Anna Bumby (1811–1862) and other historical sources. The novel follows Mary as she accompanies her brother John Bumby, a Wesleyan missionary, from Yorkshire, England, to the Hokianga region of Northland in 1838.  The journey was arduous, lasting six months at sea, during which Mary remarkably transported two hives of live bees, ensuring their survival throughout the voyage.

Afternoon tea will follow the Speaker (Gold coin donation appreciated).  All welcome.

Brent Catchpole is Deputy Chair of the Papakura Local Board and was instrumental in developing Opaheke Park into a recreational space for our ever- expanding local population. Brent’s talk will cover the history of this area as well as outlining its purpose and future plans.

Afternoon tea will follow the Speaker (Gold coin donation appreciated).  All welcome.  Our meetings are open to non-members.  

Afternoon tea will follow the Speaker (Gold coin donation appreciated).  All welcome.  Our meetings are open to non-members.