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Growing more than kai
Te Pae o Manukau Food Forest at 274 Boundary, Clover Park, is a new community asset made possible through a partnership between Pacific Vision Aotearoa, the Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board and Auckland Council.
Good things take time
Manu-kau Noa Iho Hayman Park now boasts one of Auckland’s top destination playgrounds, a restored wetland, new public facilities and spaces to relax.
A library like no other turns 25
25 years of helping young people in Ōtara learn, connect and grow at Tupu Youth Library, Auckland and NZ's only youth library.
Free programme creates new opportunities for Ōtāhuhu locals
Desire Paths brought free activities, practical support and new opportunities to Ōtāhuhu, helping locals build skills, try something new and connect with their community.
1Punch2Much: Turning potential into purpose
A violence-prevention programme is helping rangatahi across south Auckland build the confidence, resilience and leadership skills to make positive choices.
Shaped by you: improving Ōtara-Papatoetoe together
The Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board Plan 2026 will help shape what comes next for the area over the next three years.
Building better places and spaces in Māngere-Ōtāhuhu
Māngere-Ōtāhuhu, the ball is in your court! Tell us what matters most to you and help shape local investment and delivery for the next three years. Have your say by 23 July.
Marae across South Auckland continue to strengthen community life
Marae across South Auckland continue to be strengthened through Auckland Council funding, supporting them as places of culture, connection and everyday community support.
Events
The Lord Who Serves Vegetables
The tour explores how faith and everyday life intertwine within Indian communities.
Geoheritage guided walk - Ihumatao Fossil Forests
Join geoheritage specialist Bruce Hayward for a short walk around the foreshore.
Incredible Edible Flowers
Join our Edibles Garden curator, Angela, for an introduction to the world of edible flowers and t...
Guided Hīkoi: Ōtuataua Stonefields
Enjoy a guided hīkoi through the unique Ōtuataua Stonefields Historic Reserve at Ihumātao in Māng...
Auckland Family History Expo 2026
Discover your roots and connect with an enthusiastic genealogy community.
Journey through Auckland's heritage
Jump onboard for a community bus trip that travels through the complex heritage of Tāmaki Makaura...