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New moves in Ōtāhuhu
Fairburn Park in Ōtāhuhu now has a new volleyball court for fun, fitness, and community play - thanks to the Māngere-Ōtāhuhu Local Board.
South Auckland, let’s hear it
Auckland Council’s proposed Annual Plan 2026/2027 is now open for consultation, and the Māngere-Ōtāhuhu and Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Boards are committed to making sure South Auckland communities have every opportunity to be heard.
Speak up for three: help shape local play
The Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board is inviting the community to share ideas for upgrades for three Papatoetoe neighbourhood playgrounds.
Many cultures, one dance floor
The Diversity Festival returns on Saturday 11 April, celebrating the rich cultural tapestry of South Auckland.
Superhero approval for Kimpton Park playground
Papatoetoe families are buzzing with excitement as the newly upgraded playground at Toetoe-nui / Kimpton Park is open, thanks to funding by the Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board.
A fresh facelift for Ngā Puna / Cyclamen Park
Ngā Puna / Cyclamen Park in Māngere, named after the area’s sacred springs, has been upgraded following community feedback.
The Landing: local stories find a timeless home
At Ngā Tohu o Uenuku / Māngere Arts Centre, The Landing beautifully demonstrated how local stories could be transformed into living taonga: portraits and voices that captured the richness of the community’s lived experiences.
Making moves with Local Grants
The Māngere-Ōtāhuhu Local Board is inviting community groups, organisations, and individuals to apply for the Board’s Local Grant round two, open from 12 January to 20 February 2026, for projects starting after 1 May 2026.
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.