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Community 2 May 2023

South urged to speak up on transport needs

Residents from across the south of then city are being encouraged to play a part in deciding transport priorities.

Community 28 Apr 2023

Aerial photo gifted to Howick Local Board for 175th support

A stunning aerial photograph of Howick by Neill Castles has been presented to Howick Local Board for its support of the Howick 175th Anniversary Charitable Trust.

Community 20 Apr 2023

Boards find better ways to work together

Auckland's southern local boards are coming together to co-operate in areas where their interests are shared.

Climate action 29 Mar 2023

Less pollution thanks to electric trucks

The streets of Māngere are not only quieter, they are less polluted thanks to Watercare's new electric trucks.

Community 28 Mar 2023

Community thanked for cyclone response

A formal thank you has been recorded to acknowledge community efforts in the wake of Cyclone Gabrielle.

Community 23 Mar 2023

Tuia rangatahi all in place

Six rangatahi Māori – including five wāhine toa - have filled the Tuia mentoring positions made available by the city’s southern local boards.

Community 13 Mar 2023

Agencies work to rehome flood-hit families

Auckland Council and Māngere-Ōtāhuhu Local Board staff are working alongside Kāinga Ora - the largest housing owner in the area - to meet the needs of families hit by flooding.

Community 3 Mar 2023

Ōtara-Papatoetoe welcomes immigrants

Local board to partner with Immigration New Zealand’s Welcoming Communities Programme pilot.

Events

06 May 2026

Painting workshop

This session invites you to unwind, relax and explore your creativity.

26 Mar 2026 - 07 Dec 2028

Relaxation Dancing Class

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

02 May 2026 - 28 May 2026

Emerging artist showcase: Sounds of Tāmaki Makaurau

Experience the up-and-coming star power of our youth at community venues and spaces across the re...

11 May 2026

Rotuman Quiz

Test your knowledge and be in to win prizes!

12 May 2026

Rotuman Language Week - fekei dessert

Try this wonderful delicacy and celebrate Rotuman Language Week!

13 May 2026

Pottery workshop

Learn the pinch pot technique in this immersive hand-building pottery workshop.

13 May 2026

Rotuman Talanoa

To celebrate Rotuman Language Week, we will host a talanoa with beautiful keynote speakers from t...

14 May 2026

Tefui badges - Rotuman Language Week

Bring your creativity and have fun!