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Community 22 Sep 2023

Two schools in Māngere-Ōtāhuhu local board area finalists in the SUSO Showcase

Two local high schools from the Māngere-Ōtāhuhu Local Board area, Ōtāhuhu College and Southern Cross Campus, will be battling to take out the Auckland Council’s Stand Up Stand Out Showcase.

Community 21 Sep 2023

Active India celebrated in Papatoetoe

It was a cultural, visual and awe-inspiring day to remember, as Active India, a free community event dedicated to the Indian Independence Day saw the gathering of five Indian states at the Cosmopolitan Club in Papatoetoe.

Community 8 Sep 2023

A welcome addition to the community sporting ground in East Tāmaki

New changing and restroom facilities at East Tamaki’s much loved Te Puke ō Tara are close to completion thanks to Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board’s $1 million growth fund.

Community 7 Sep 2023

Consultation opens for Papatoetoe residents for safer pedestrian crossing

Papatoetoe residents are encouraged to have their say on Auckland Transport’s consultation for the McDonald Road-Portage Road pedestrian crossing improvement between 6-20 September.

Community 31 Aug 2023

Not being left out in the cold! Māngere Winter Strong with The Cause Collective

Thanks to the efforts of The Cause Collective Winter Strong campaign, the community of Māngere have an extra layer of care over winter.

Community 31 Aug 2023

Teens from Ōtara are 'go for launch' for unforgettable NASA Space Camp journey

Sixteen rangatahi have launched their scientific knowledge on a global scale after taking part in a NASA Space Camp, thanks to funding from the Ōtara-Papatoetoe local board.

Community 29 Aug 2023

The art of beautifying our streets - opportunity for local artists

Artists from the Otara-Papatoetoe area are being encouraged to submit designs to help bring two telecommunications cabinets to life.

Community 28 Aug 2023

Ngaa Hau o Maangere Ngahere Planting in Māngere-Ōtāhuhu

A new project is underway to grow and restore tree canopy, food forests and gardens for a greener future across Mangere.

Events

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,...

08 Jul 2026

Rōreka workshop - Matariki session

A community-led workshop celebrating te reo Māori and waiata.

04 Jun 2026 - 10 Dec 2026

Board Game Night - Manukau

A relaxed weekly evening of board games, good company and a bit of friendly competition.

26 Mar 2026 - 07 Dec 2028

Relaxation dancing class

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

17 May 2026 - 02 Aug 2026

Regional park planting days - South

Join rangers and volunteers for a fun exciting day out on our regional parks! 

16 Jul 2026

Youth bone carving workshop

Rangatahi will be able to make a bone carving taonga for Matariki.

21 Jul 2026

Tea and Topics - Travel Adventures

Come share a laid back kōrero with Eunice about her travels to Jordan and Egypt.

10 Feb 2026 - 08 Dec 2026

Wriggle and Rhyme - Manukau

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