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Community 20 Jun 2023

Howick celebrates moth plant competition winners

There is a war taking place across the motu – a war against the moth plant, one that takes over and frequently out-competes and replaces native plants, smothering and strangling whatever it climbs on.

Community 19 Jun 2023

The Curious Case of the Curious Minds project in the restoration of the Waokauri Stream

The ambitious Curious Minds project of Aorere College’s Year 9 students laid the groundwork for the restoration of a nearby stream.

Community 12 Jun 2023

Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board grants for locals who know locals best

Forty-three community groups or organisations have benefited from Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board’s latest round of 2022/2023 grants.

Community 30 May 2023

Legendary Ōtara Scorpions Rugby League Club adding a sting to their online presence

The Ōtara Scorpions Rugby League Club has forged a partnership with Auckland Libraries.

Community 23 May 2023

Community wellbeing at the heart of Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board actions

The Supreme Court decision to dismiss appeals by supermarket companies that would have allowed alcohol retailers to remain open until 11pm in Auckland has been welcomed by Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board.

Community 22 May 2023

Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board honors their volunteers

The enthusiastic volunteer community of Ōtara-Papatoetoe will be celebrated at the Ōtara-Papatoetoe Volunteer awards 2023.

Community 17 May 2023

Māngere-Ōtāhuhu responds to Annual Budget plan

Māngere-Ōtāhuhu residents strongly support youth, environment and community programmes and think they should be retained, according to feedback to the Annual Budget they received from their Business Meeting last week.

Community 17 May 2023

Ōtara-Papatoetoe responds to Annual Budget plan

More than 1200 community members provided feedback on the Annual Budget during the recent consultation, which Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board received last week in their Business Meeting to analyse.

Events

14 Dec 2025 - 29 Mar 2026

Kiwi Bubble Soccer

Bounce, roll, and have a blast in this hilarious bubble soccer session.

13 Dec 2025 - 28 Mar 2026

Cardboard Play

Let your imagination run wild with giant cardboard creations and creative challenges.

21 Mar 2026

Stream Side Celebration

Join us to celebrate the completion of Wai-Akatea Raataa Vine Stream Reserve. This is a free, fam...

22 Mar 2026

NZHL XRACE

An adult and child team navigate a course, completing 10 mystery challenges

10 Feb 2026 - 08 Dec 2026

Wriggle and Rhyme - Manukau Library

Designed for children aged 2 years and under, this free session helps stimulate growing minds and...

03 Jun 2025 - 22 Dec 2026

Mandarin computer class at Manukau Library

Mandarin Computer Classes help people learn the basic skills on how to use computer, smart phone,...

26 Mar 2026 - 07 Dec 2028

Relaxation Dancing Class

Join our dance class, do exercise and keep fit to joyful music!

28 Mar 2026

Free E-waste Drop-off Day - Ambury Park Riding Centre

Drop off your unwanted electronic products during this drive-through event.