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Manukau Ward News

Elections 17 Jan 2025

Who’ll be in to win Auckland’s Elections 2025?

Now’s the time to start considering standing in Auckland’s 2025 elections. With summer holidays just around the corner, could a role in Auckland’s leadership be the new year resolution for you?

Community 15 Jan 2025

Diversity Festival 2024 immerses community in vibrant tapestry of cultures

It was an explosion of cultures for one of Tāmaki Makaurau’s most iconic festivals, organised by Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board.

Council news 5 Jan 2025

Oriental fruit Fly – Papatoetoe/Māngere area

Biosecurity New Zealand response: all you need to know about council rubbish collections.

Community 13 Dec 2024

Polyfest's 50th celebration goes ahead thanks to Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board

Polyfest will stay in Ōtara for its 50th anniversary, thanks to a $64,500 contribution from the local board.

Community 11 Dec 2024

Honda Counties Manukau Sporting Excellence Awards

South Auckland local boards continuously supporting the sporting talent of Manukau City.

Community 9 Dec 2024

Ōtara-Papatoetoe gets new emergency preparedness tool

A new plan is set to empower the Ōtara-Papatoetoe community to better prepare for and respond to emergencies.

Community 28 Nov 2024

Ho Ho Ho! Get ready for holiday magic

As 'Jingle Bells' fills the air, it's time for the holiday festivities in Māngere-Ōtāhuhu to begin!

Community 28 Nov 2024

Māngere’s connected future

Big changes are happening across wider Māngere.

Manukau Ward Events

17 Feb 2025 - 12 May 2025

Poi Making Workshop

A fortnightly 7-lesson workshop to learn how to make and use a poi, and all the history behind it.

15 Apr 2025

Easter rabbit craft

Craft a magical Easter bunny to go with your Easter festivities.

16 Apr 2025

Easter egg robot maze challenge

Master the Easter maze and collect your sweet prize.

17 Apr 2025

Re-purposed toy creations

Make sculptures by gluing re-purposed toys into your very own creations.

22 Apr 2025

Craft a cute Piwakawaka out of recycled resources

Make a beautiful Piwakawaka out of reclaimed fabric.

24 Apr 2025

Anzac military diorama

Build your own military diorama dedicated to the courageous Anzacs.

29 Apr 2025 - 24 Jun 2025

Te Wā Takinga Paki (Te Reo Māori Immersion Storytime)

Let's sing, dance, and listen to stories all in te reo Māori.

04 May 2025 - 31 May 2025

Play Our Preludes

These are free concerts for all the family to have fun celebrating the 25th anniversary of NZ Mus...