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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.
Face to face with nature (literally)
At Kohuora Park, learning came alive - sometimes landing right on your face.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Events
Kids learn to ride
Learning to ride a bike is one of those big childhood milestones and being part of that experienc...
Wonderful world of tiger worms workshop for kids
A fun, hands-on worm farming workshop for kids and whānau.
Microgreens workshop for kids
A fun, hands-on microgreens workshop for kids and their caregivers.
Waha Reo - Te Reo Māori conversation group
A space to share kōrero of all levels of Te Reo Māori.
BrainCharge - South
Discover a location near you and join us for a warm, welcoming wellbeing experience - we’d love t...
Tea and Topics - Woodturning
Strett Nicolson, formal president of South Auckland Woodturners Guild will talk about the history...
Wriggle and Rhyme - Manukau
This free session helps stimulate growing minds and bodies while providing lots of fun.
Mandarin computer class at Manukau Library
Mandarin Computer Classes help people learn the basic skills on how to use computer, smart phone,...