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Community 22 Sep 2023

Two schools in Māngere-Ōtāhuhu local board area finalists in the SUSO Showcase

Two local high schools from the Māngere-Ōtāhuhu Local Board area, Ōtāhuhu College and Southern Cross Campus, will be battling to take out the Auckland Council’s Stand Up Stand Out Showcase.

Community 21 Sep 2023

Active India celebrated in Papatoetoe

It was a cultural, visual and awe-inspiring day to remember, as Active India, a free community event dedicated to the Indian Independence Day saw the gathering of five Indian states at the Cosmopolitan Club in Papatoetoe.

Community 8 Sep 2023

A welcome addition to the community sporting ground in East Tāmaki

New changing and restroom facilities at East Tamaki’s much loved Te Puke ō Tara are close to completion thanks to Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board’s $1 million growth fund.

Community 7 Sep 2023

Consultation opens for Papatoetoe residents for safer pedestrian crossing

Papatoetoe residents are encouraged to have their say on Auckland Transport’s consultation for the McDonald Road-Portage Road pedestrian crossing improvement between 6-20 September.

Community 31 Aug 2023

Not being left out in the cold! Māngere Winter Strong with The Cause Collective

Thanks to the efforts of The Cause Collective Winter Strong campaign, the community of Māngere have an extra layer of care over winter.

Community 31 Aug 2023

Teens from Ōtara are 'go for launch' for unforgettable NASA Space Camp journey

Sixteen rangatahi have launched their scientific knowledge on a global scale after taking part in a NASA Space Camp, thanks to funding from the Ōtara-Papatoetoe local board.

Community 29 Aug 2023

The art of beautifying our streets - opportunity for local artists

Artists from the Otara-Papatoetoe area are being encouraged to submit designs to help bring two telecommunications cabinets to life.

Community 28 Aug 2023

Ngaa Hau o Maangere Ngahere Planting in Māngere-Ōtāhuhu

A new project is underway to grow and restore tree canopy, food forests and gardens for a greener future across Mangere.

Events

26 Feb 2026 - 01 Mar 2026

BNZ Auckland Lantern Festival

Experience four unforgettable days filled with colour, culture and connection.

07 Mar 2026

Movies in Parks: Tinā

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14 Mar 2026 - 06 Jun 2026

N0ughty Box

Discover playful surprises and creative fun with the Noughty Box.

19 Mar 2026

Guided Hīkoi with Te Ahiwaru Ōtuataua

Join Te Ahiwaru, with support from the community parks team, for a guided hikoi through the fasci...

06 Jan 2026 - 09 Apr 2026

Glow Worm Walks

Discover magical glow worms on guided walks through Auckland’s bush

09 Apr 2026 - 17 Dec 2026

Microgreens workshop for kids

A fun, hands-on microgreens workshop for kids and their caregivers.

15 Apr 2026 - 17 Dec 2026

Wonderful world of tiger worms workshop for kids

A fun, hands-on worm farming workshop for kids and whānau.