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Community 26 Jul 2023

A new LEASE on life for East Tamaki Rugby Football Club Incorporated

A long-standing sports club in the Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board area has just had its lease renewed.

Community 26 Jul 2023

Hibiscus and Bays Local Board makes tough call on Kauri Kids

At it's business meeting, Hibiscus and Bays Local Board agreed to fund Kauri Kids Centres until December 2023, before closing them, now that regional funding has been discontinued.

Community 24 Jul 2023

First South Auckland destination playground takes fun to spectacular new heights

Recently transformed into a new epic adventure hub, the Manukau community and residents from across Tāmaki Makaurau can now enjoy Hayman Park playground - South Auckland's first destination playground, featuring the tallest playtower in Aotearoa.

Community 21 Jul 2023

Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board Plan consultation open

It’s more important than ever that residents speak up and let Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board know if the three-year plan, just released for consultation, is right for our community.

Community 21 Jul 2023

The end and beginning of a jubilant era for Jubilee Bridge

Panmure's Jubilee Bridge is closed. The pedestrian bridge is no longer safe. Construction of the new bridge is expected to be completed in 2025. More on the project here.

Community 20 Jul 2023

Local Board Plan priorities: what’s important for Kaipātiki?

Kaipātiki Local Board’s draft plan is now open for consultation, and they are calling on you to share your thoughts on their key priorities to make sure they are heading in the right direction

Community 20 Jul 2023

What are your priorities for the future of the North Shore?

Devonport-Takapuna Local board’s draft plan is now open for consultation, and they need your input on their key priorities to make sure they are on the right track.

Community 20 Jul 2023

The importance of local funding for community groups in Ōtara-Papatoetoe

A small but talented group has reinforced how important Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board funding is for the area’s diverse community groups.

Events

08 Jan 2026

K-pop Dance Class

Join us for our K-Pop Dance Class with professional dancer Stephanie Santos.

08 Jan 2026

Music in Parks Milford Beach - Blues & Rock

Free blues and rock show returns to Milford Beach Reserve.

08 Jan 2026

Physics Pathfinders Workshop at New Lynn Library

Kids explore basic physics through fun, hands-on experiments!

08 Jan 2026 - 31 Jan 2026

Meditation Group

Join us for a peaceful and grounding meditation session led by Haresh Manglani, an experienced Al...

08 Jan 2026 - 02 Apr 2026

Knitting and Craft Group

Bring your knitting, crochet or craft project and enjoy a chat.

09 Jan 2026

Green Bay Stream Care Session

Help restore the Waitahurangi Awa with a hands-on community clean-up and pest plant removal day,...

09 Jan 2026

Music in Parks Milford Beach - Pop

Kirsten Morrell and Miss World bring sunset indie-pop magic to Milford Reserve.

09 Jan 2026 - 21 Jan 2026

Robots go wild

Dive into a month of hands-on robot fun, fast-paced challenges and digital adventures for the who...