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Community 17 Jun 2025

Tennis Club grateful for Local Board in rebuilding efforts

A clear example of the Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board advocacy in action - delivering meaningful support the community can count on.

Development 16 Jun 2025

Help choose the next stage of the Beach Haven coastal connections project

Two proposed options are on the table for the next stage of the Beach Haven coastal connections project, and public feedback is being sought to help shape the future of this much-loved route.

Community 13 Jun 2025

New community garden grows connection and climate action in Wesley

A vibrant new community garden has taken root in Puketāpapa, unlocking faith, food, and fellowship in the heart of Wesley.

Community 11 Jun 2025

Together WE build safer communities

Safety is one of Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board’s top priorities, with a focus on building strong, connected communities where people look out for one another.

Community 11 Jun 2025

Rock Daisy rocks again

Once a simple play area, Rock Daisy Crescent Reserve in Māngere is now a vibrant, family-friendly space - revitalised with support from the Māngere-Ōtāhuhu Local Board and mana whenua..

Community 11 Jun 2025

Doing Good? Let’s do it Together

Local groups in the Howick Local Board area can apply for a community grant from now until 11 July 2025.

Parks / Outdoors 11 Jun 2025

An urban adventure in Kepa Bush

Ōrākei Local Board deputy chair Sarah Powrie shares about her favourite green space.

Community 11 Jun 2025

Maungakiekie-Tāmaki Local Board reduces Onehunga Business Improvement District targeted rate

The targeted rate for the Onehunga Business Improvement District (BID) has been reduced from $1,000,000 to $410,000. 

Events

21 Jun 2025

Matariki After Dark | Matariki i te Pō

Join us for a special evening of creativity, connection, and celebration.

21 Jun 2025

Matariki Evening Lights

Come along with friends and whānau to enjoy Silo Park on a magical evening.

21 Jun 2025

Matariki Māori New Year Celebration

All Auckland residents are welcome to join the festivities.

21 Jun 2025

Mindful Matariki journals with the ReCreators

Celebrate Matariki through creativity and reflection.

21 Jun 2025

Painting with Oneone (soil)

Come along to this art workshop taught by Stacey Noel and learn how to create pigments from oneon...

21 Jun 2025

Winter working bee

Join us for a winter working bee, to help with fruit tree planting, mulching, prepartory work for...

21 Jun 2025 - 22 Jun 2025

He Kakano

Immerse and reflect in a zone of contemplation and connection, exploring ngā toi / creative pract...

21 Jun 2025 - 22 Jun 2025

Ipu Whenua – Kōrero and Clay Creations

Create through a combination of contemporary and traditional practices, an ipu whenua (land vesse...