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1Punch2Much: Turning potential into purpose
A violence-prevention programme is helping rangatahi across south Auckland build the confidence, resilience and leadership skills to make positive choices.
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.
Events
Wellness talk: Workplace ergonomics
Improve your posture, movement and workstation setup with practical tips from professionals from...
After school homework help/reading
Join us after school for a quiet, welcoming space to learn, read and grow.
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.
Threads of the Cook Islands - Tivaevae Exhibition
Celebrate the beauty, tradition and storytelling of Cook Islands tivaevae at Papatoetoe Museum’s...
Board Game Night - Manukau
A relaxed weekly evening of board games, good company and a bit of friendly competition.
Relaxation dancing class
Join our dance class, do exercise and keep fit to joyful music!
Tūpuna Maunga community planting days
Join our team for a day of native planting on a tūpuna maunga (ancestral mountain).