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Community 8 Aug 2023

Ōtara-Papatoetoe work programme delivers on projects the public has supported during consultations

Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board has approved its Governance, Infrastructure and Environmental Services, and Customer and Community Services Work Programmes.

Community 7 Aug 2023

Māngere-Ōtāhuhu Local Board Plan consultation open

It’s more important than ever that residents speak up and let Māngere-Ōtāhuhu Local Board know if the three-year plan, still open for consultation, is right for the community.

Community 28 Jul 2023

Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board recently celebrated its volunteers

Unsung heroes and helpers celebrated recently at the Ōtara-Papatoetoe Volunteer awards.

Community 26 Jul 2023

Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board makes tough call on Kauri Kids

Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board has made the tough call not to fund the two Kauri Kids ECE programmes at Ōtara Leisure Centre and Papatoetoe Allan Brewster, from its already reduced budget, now that the regional funding for the programme has been dis...

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 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 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

04 Jul 2026

Matariki arts, reading and music celebration

Join us for a special community afternoon celebrating Matariki through storytelling, creativity a...

04 Jul 2026 - 19 Jul 2026

School Holidays - Māngere Bridge

Enjoy a range of fun and exciting activities for the school holidays!

03 May 2026 - 13 Sep 2026

Community Classics: At the Movies

Gather the whānau together for an uplifting afternoon of music for everyone.

06 Jul 2026 - 17 Jul 2026

School Holidays with Auckland Council Pools and Leisure

Give your kids an unforgettable winter break filled with fun, adventure and new friendships!

06 Jul 2026 - 17 Jul 2026

Starry Night - Matariki Activities

Celebrate Matariki with fun activities, make stars, weave, create special treasures, grow micro g...

07 Jul 2026 - 17 Dec 2026

Guided Community Ranger Walks

Every walk is different and that sense of surprise is part of the magic.

08 Jul 2026

Rōreka workshop - Matariki session

A community-led workshop celebrating te reo Māori and waiata.