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Community 17 Aug 2023

Local grants that help locals express themselves

Making grants available to local groups remains an Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board priority.

17 Aug 2023

Triple pointer revamp ready for Onehunga

Onehunga Bay Reserve rejuvenated for hours of young fun.

Community 16 Aug 2023

Bloom booms with all-weather canopy

Public support has made it possible for a group working with intellectually disabled people to provide better facilities.

Council news 16 Aug 2023

Coastal adaptation strategies approved for Āwhitu and Manukau South

Two new Shoreline Adaptation Plans have been approved by councillors

16 Aug 2023

Meeting the Te Hono funding challenge

Whau Local Board and Ward Councillor Kerrin Leoni are committed to finding the funds to enable its development.

Libraries 16 Aug 2023

Reopening of St Heliers Library in its iconic building

St Heliers Library has reopened in its permanent location following upgrades.

Community 15 Aug 2023

That looks good enough to eat!

Manurewa-based Beautification Trust is launching a cut price fruit and vegetable service for those who put taste before good looks.

Walkways 15 Aug 2023

Signs on point for Tryphena Coastal Trail

Small signposts to enhance one of Aotea / Great Barrier's gems will be installed soon.

Events

12 Feb 2026 - 26 Mar 2026

Te Ao Mīharo

Designed to engage the whole whānau, these sessions explore basic te reo Māori, local history, le...

12 Feb 2026 - 02 Apr 2026

Mandarin Storytime

Sessions are delivered in Mandarin, featuring stories, songs, and rhymes that encourage early lan...

12 Feb 2026 - 02 Apr 2026

Samoan Storytime

Join us for songs, movement and Pacific Stories!

12 Feb 2026 - 02 Apr 2026

Wriggle & Rhyme - Onehunga

Join us for Wriggle and Rhyme, a fun and interactive programme that promotes active movement and...

12 Feb 2026 - 10 Dec 2026

Board Game Afternoon

Play classic and modern games, meet new people, and enjoy a great time together.

12 Feb 2026 - 10 Dec 2026

Rhymetime at the Central Library

Join our Rhymetime sessions with songs, movement and finger rhymes for pre-schoolers and their ca...

12 Feb 2026 - 10 Dec 2026

Wā Pēpe - Baby Time

Bring along your pēpi & enjoy mornings of music, rhymes, and tummy time.

12 Feb 2026 - 10 Dec 2026

Wriggle & Rhyme - Birkenhead Library

Designed for ages 2 years and under, bring along your tamariki & enjoy mornings of music, rhymes,...