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Speak up for three: help shape local play
The Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board is inviting the community to share ideas for upgrades for three Papatoetoe neighbourhood playgrounds.
Your community, your opportunities, backed by Kaipātiki Local Board
Through local community house programmes, supported by Kaipātiki Local Board investment, beach Haven resident Karl Nebbeling found connection, new skills and a new direction close to home.
Many cultures, one dance floor
The Diversity Festival returns on Saturday 11 April, celebrating the rich cultural tapestry of South Auckland.
Superhero approval for Kimpton Park playground
Papatoetoe families are buzzing with excitement as the newly upgraded playground at Toetoe-nui / Kimpton Park is open, thanks to funding by the Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board.
A fresh facelift for Ngā Puna / Cyclamen Park
Ngā Puna / Cyclamen Park in Māngere, named after the area’s sacred springs, has been upgraded following community feedback.
The Landing: local stories find a timeless home
At Ngā Tohu o Uenuku / Māngere Arts Centre, The Landing beautifully demonstrated how local stories could be transformed into living taonga: portraits and voices that captured the richness of the community’s lived experiences.
Out with the old, in with the woohoo!
From Monday 9 February 2026, work will begin on upgrading the playground, with completion expected in 4–6 weeks (weather permitting), thanks to funding from the Howick Local Board.
Dropping in like its hot: new flow bowl construction underway
Get ready to drop into some gnarly moves at Onehunga Bay Reserve when the new flow bowl drops in April.
Events
Life Drawing 101
Learn how to convey a sense of gesture to give flow and life to the figure and structure to give...
Portrait Drawing 101
Learn how to see the head in shapes and planes for doing portrait paintings and drawings.
SpinPoi
Learn to twirl and flow with colourful poi in a fun, beginner-friendly session.
Silent Disco
Dance, move, and enjoy music in a unique headphone-powered party.
Pop Up Play
Jump into fun, interactive activities popping up around your community.
Wild Streets Festival of Play
Celebrate play, creativity, and movement in your local streets.
Casual Drop-in Art Group
The Casual Drop-In Art Group invites school leavers to immerse themselves in a relaxed and friend...
Toi Tamariki Me Whānau - Free Children's Art Classes
Our Children’s Art Workshops cater for diversity, and provide a joyful and supportive space for y...