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A fresh facelift for Ngā Puna / Cyclamen Park
Ngā Puna / Cyclamen Park in Māngere, named after the area’s sacred springs, has been upgraded following community feedback.
The Landing: local stories find a timeless home
At Ngā Tohu o Uenuku / Māngere Arts Centre, The Landing beautifully demonstrated how local stories could be transformed into living taonga: portraits and voices that captured the richness of the community’s lived experiences.
Making moves with Local Grants
The Māngere-Ōtāhuhu Local Board is inviting community groups, organisations, and individuals to apply for the Board’s Local Grant round two, open from 12 January to 20 February 2026, for projects starting after 1 May 2026.
4 ways to come out and play, the local summer way
Whether it’s adventure, fun, or just a reason to enjoy the outdoors, all these activities or spaces are supported or funded by the Māngere-Ōtāhuhu Local Board, so you can make the most of summer the local way!
Make the most and soak up summer: you don’t have to go far to have a good time
With free events, local talent, and some of the best play spaces, funded and supported by Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board, now is the perfect time to get out, explore, and make the most of summer.
Family fun and summer adventures in Howick
Make the most of summer! Howick Local Board is backing free events, fun Out & About activities, and great local trails to explore.
Reflecting on 15 years: Auckland Council and southern communities
From new parks to major upgrades, South Auckland’s local boards are behind some of the biggest wins for our communities - creating spaces and opportunities that bring people together and build pride in our place.
Three times the fun: three playgrounds set for a refresh
The Māngere-Ōtāhuhu Local Board are giving kids a chance to share their own thoughts on what they would like to see in their local playground through a fun, interactive survey.
Events
Wriggle and Rhyme - Manukau
This free session helps stimulate growing minds and bodies while providing lots of fun.
Mandarin computer class at Manukau Library
Mandarin Computer Classes help people learn the basic skills on how to use computer, smart phone,...
Ceramic Workshop
This hands-on workshop encourages creativity, experimentation and personal expression.
After school homework help/reading
Join us after school for a quiet, welcoming space to learn, read and grow.
Guided Community Ranger Walks
Every walk is different and that sense of surprise is part of the magic.
Weaving workshop
An introductory weaving workshop grounded in tikanga and traditional knowledge.
Be Brave: The life of a Pacific correspondent - Barbara Dreaver
Join award-winning journalist and author Barbara Dreaver as she shares stories from her memoir, B...
Watercolour painting workshop
Create a night landscape, featuring elements such as the moon, night sky, and atmospheric light.