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Community 17 Feb 2025

Happy Tuk-tuk: go ahead, make my ride

Aroha always, safety first. With its vibrant yellow and purple colours and upbeat karaoke jams, the 'Happy Tuk-tuk' at Ōtara Town Centre is spreading happiness and safety, helping to create a more inviting town centre.

Community 13 Feb 2025

Connecting worlds: Diversity Festival 2025

This year’s Diversity Festival, on Saturday 1 March, is set to be an unmissable celebration. Thanks to the Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board, Eke Panuku Development Auckland, and Westfield Manukau.

Community 3 Feb 2025

Welcome to Ōtara-Papatoetoe

With a strong commitment to inclusivity, the Ōtara-Papatoetoe board has launched a comprehensive Welcoming Plan as part of the Welcoming Communities programme.

Elections 17 Jan 2025

Who’ll be in to win Auckland’s Elections 2025?

Now’s the time to start considering standing in Auckland’s 2025 elections. With summer holidays just around the corner, could a role in Auckland’s leadership be the new year resolution for you?

Community 15 Jan 2025

Diversity Festival 2024 immerses community in vibrant tapestry of cultures

It was an explosion of cultures for one of Tāmaki Makaurau’s most iconic festivals, organised by Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board.

Council news 5 Jan 2025

Oriental fruit Fly – Papatoetoe/Māngere area

Biosecurity New Zealand response: all you need to know about council rubbish collections.

Community 13 Dec 2024

Polyfest's 50th celebration goes ahead thanks to Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board

Polyfest will stay in Ōtara for its 50th anniversary, thanks to a $64,500 contribution from the local board.

Community 11 Dec 2024

Honda Counties Manukau Sporting Excellence Awards

South Auckland local boards continuously supporting the sporting talent of Manukau City.

Events

17 May 2026 - 02 Aug 2026

Regional park planting days - South

Join rangers and volunteers for a fun exciting day out on our regional parks! 

20 May 2026

Grow your own microgreens

Learn how to cultivate these nutritious greens at home, from seed to harvest, and create a salad...

21 May 2026

Musika Malie

Karaoke evening for all youth across the motu to come together and celebrate NZ Music Month, Yout...

21 May 2026

Youth Expo

Discover opportunities, meet organisations and take your next step with confidence!

27 May 2026 - 24 Jun 2026

Fijian masi printing workshop

Fijian artist Joana Monolagi will showcase a range of creative techniques using Masi (Fijian tapa...

03 Jun 2026

Love your leftovers

Get tips and tricks to create leftover inspired meals and be a leftover legend! 

05 Jun 2026 - 16 Jun 2026

Pacific Dance Festival

Pacific Dance Festival returns this June with a powerful celebration of contemporary Pacific iden...

02 Dec 2025 - 17 Jun 2026

Cloth nappies, parenting and more

Join us for this insightful and humorous session tailored for parents looking to make sustainable...