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Transport 4 Jul 2018

Bus stop a welcome addition to Māngere Bridge

The new shelter on the corner of Church and Coronation Road was made possible by the Māngere-Ōtāhuhu Local Board and Auckland Transport.

Dogs 29 Jun 2018

Get to know us: Auckland Animal Shelters

We go behind the scenes at Auckland Animal Shelters to chat to Tania, a Senior Kennel Attendant at Manukau Shelter.

Dogs 29 Jun 2018

When Pat met Suzie

What to do with an older dog getting lonely and a little pup just looking for a home?

Transport 25 Jun 2018

Safety improvements at Papatoetoe Station

AT is permanently closing two pedestrian crossings across the tracks to make it safer for customers.

Environment 14 Jun 2018

More mentors needed to pass on a love of gardening

Gardening is a chance to get free exercise, get into the fresh air and get some good food.

Arts 14 Jun 2018

Artists shine light on worthy cause

Fans of Māngere’s flora and fauna can now look good while supporting a worthy cause.

Youth / Rangatahi 12 Jun 2018

Workshops aim to empower young women

Teenage girls in Ōtara and Papatoetoe have the opportunity to upskill their skateboarding abilities thanks to a new workshop in their area.

Housing 24 May 2018

Development will create 300 homes in Manukau

Empty south Auckland site will become a residential neighbourhood.

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.