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Sustainability 7 May 2026

Face to face with nature (literally)

At Kohuora Park, learning came alive - sometimes landing right on your face.

Community 30 Apr 2026

Walter Massey Park: a win for sport and community

Walter Massey Park in Māngere, has been transformed into a top-tier community sporting hub - made possible by the Māngere-Ōtāhuhu Local Board, Auckland Council, and the Māngere East Hawks Special Projects Team.

Playgrounds 28 Apr 2026

Walter Massey Park: from old to bold

A much-loved outdoor space has been refreshed with a brand-new playground—shaped by community feedback and delivered by the Māngere-Ōtāhuhu Local Board.

Youth / Rangatahi 15 Apr 2026

Good vibes after school at Rangatahi Piki Ake

Rangatahi Piki Ake is a free youth drop-in programme for rangatahi aged 13–18 years offered during Term 2, thanks to the Māngere-Ōtāhuhu and Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Boards.

Environment news 7 Apr 2026

4-ward thinking: 4 ways the Local Board makes green happen

Let’s take a look at four ways the Māngere-Ōtāhuhu Local Board is supporting environmental work in the community.

Community 7 Apr 2026

Four ways the Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board delivers on sustainability

Growing food, cutting costs, and building connection, Ōtara-Papatoetoe locals are turning to māra kai and community gardens, and the board is keen to help others get started.

Community news 16 Mar 2026

Celebrating Korean culture in Ōtara

The spirit of community and culture was on full display at Te Puke ō Tara Community Centre as residents gathered to celebrate Seollal.

Community 12 Mar 2026

New moves in Ōtāhuhu

Fairburn Park in Ōtāhuhu now has a new volleyball court for fun, fitness, and community play - thanks to the Māngere-Ōtāhuhu Local Board.

Events

28 Mar 2026 - 28 Nov 2026

Book Chat - Manukau

Whether you're a lifelong bookworm or rediscovering reading, join us for a friendly chat over a c...

10 Feb 2026 - 08 Dec 2026

Wriggle and Rhyme - Manukau

This free session helps stimulate growing minds and bodies while providing lots of fun.

03 Feb 2026 - 21 Dec 2026

BrainCharge - West

Discover a location near you and join us for a warm, welcoming wellbeing experience - we’d love t...

03 Jun 2025 - 22 Dec 2026

Mandarin computer class at Manukau Library

Mandarin Computer Classes help people learn the basic skills on how to use computer, smart phone,...

27 May 2026 - 24 Jun 2026

Fijian masi printing workshop

Fijian artist Joana Monolagi will showcase a range of creative techniques using Masi (Fijian tapa...

26 Mar 2026 - 07 Dec 2028

Relaxation dancing class

Join our dance class, do exercise and keep fit to joyful music!

30 May 2026 - 08 Aug 2026

Tūpuna Maunga community planting days

Join our team for a day of native planting on a tūpuna maunga (ancestral mountain).

31 May 2026

Pump up the fun

Join us for an afternoon celebrating bikes and community!