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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.
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.
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.
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
Arts and crafts activity: Kumul – Papua New Guinean native bird
A fun hands-on activity for kids.
Arts and crafts activity: Bilum cardboard bags
Bring the kids to create their very own bilum!
Manukau Library Creator Expo
A celebration of Comic Book Month, focused on uplifting local artists.
Community Classics: At the Movies
Gather the whānau together for an uplifting afternoon of music for everyone.
Kapa Haka Workshop
Join us at Toia Library to celebrate Te Wiki o te Reo Māori Language Week!
Tea and Topics: Burning the books
Presentation by Tim Koelmeyer, a retired pathologist and a dedicated bibliophile.
Mid-Autumn Festival Celebration: Snow Skin Mooncake Making
Celebrate this Mid-Autumn Festival by making and tasting snow moon cake.