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Community 31 Jul 2024

Let it flow, becoming flood resilient

News that work has begun clearing a flood-prone stream in Māngere East is welcome news for a community grappling with frequent flooding.

Community 23 Jul 2024

Board funding applications open

Eligible community groups, organisations, schools and providers can now apply for the Quick Response grant (up to $2,000) and Local Grants (over $2,000).

Community 23 Jul 2024

Thumbs up for local board grants programme

Funding applications for Ōtara-Papatoetoe board’s 2024/2025 grants programme is open and closes 9 August 2024.

Community 22 Jul 2024

Green Thumb Crew: Young Gardeners of Tupu

Meet one of the many groups of passionate young gardeners, responding to the call to combat climate change and actively champion sustainable living in Ōtara.

Community 9 Jul 2024

Honours for outstanding service recognised

Board acknowledges long-standing member.

Beaches 9 Jul 2024

Forum welcomes Manukau Harbour stand

Auckland Council's move to put in place a strategy for improving outcomes for the Manukau Harbour have been welcomed by the Manukau Harbour Forum.

Community 3 Jul 2024

Transport equity that matters for Ōtara-Papatoetoe

Reflecting strong local feedback, Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board has urged Auckland Transport (AT) to support local board transport priorities for local investment.

Community 25 Jun 2024

What the Long-term Plan 2024-2034 means for Ōtara-Papatoetoe

Key highlights for Ōtara-Papatoetoe and what the community need to know now that the board has adopted the plan.

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...