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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
Tūpuna Maunga community planting days
Join our team for a day of native planting on a tūpuna maunga (ancestral mountain).
Introduction to composting workshop
Discover what to compost, how to avoid common mistakes and how easy composting can be.
Matariki arts, reading and music celebration
Join us for a special community afternoon celebrating Matariki through storytelling, creativity a...
School Holidays - Māngere Bridge
Enjoy a range of fun and exciting activities for the school holidays!
Community Classics: At the Movies
Gather the whānau together for an uplifting afternoon of music for everyone.
Starry Night - Matariki Activities
Celebrate Matariki with fun activities, make stars, weave, create special treasures, grow micro g...
Guided Community Ranger Walks
Every walk is different and that sense of surprise is part of the magic.
Rōreka workshop - Matariki session
A community-led workshop celebrating te reo Māori and waiata.