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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.
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.
Events
Pacific Dance Festival
Pacific Dance Festival returns this June with a powerful celebration of contemporary Pacific iden...
Regional park planting days - South
Join rangers and volunteers for a fun exciting day out on our regional parks!
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.
Nature Play
Explore, climb and connect with the outdoors in playful activities.
BrainCharge - South
Discover a location near you and join us for a warm, welcoming wellbeing experience - we’d love t...
Pest free talk
Come to this informative talk to learn about the invasive animal predators that inhabit our city.
Wriggle and Rhyme - Manukau
This free session helps stimulate growing minds and bodies while providing lots of fun.