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Community 19 Jun 2020

A year of good and affordable kai in Papatoetoe

At the heart of Papatoetoe’s town centre is The Food Hub, a bustling, community-driven kitchen, cafe and meeting place is a place where locals can enjoy homegrown and indigenous food options, that are both healthy and sustainably sourced.

Arts 11 Jun 2020

Mural 'comes alive' for Matariki

A mural celebrating Matariki will be brought to life on 22 and 23 June.

Transport 8 Jun 2020

Southern road projects to be discussed online

Deputy Mayor Bill Cashmore will host an online information and question and answer session on 10 June about roading projects planned for southern areas of the city.

Transport 12 Mar 2020

Safer roads on the way for Māngere Bridge

Walking to school in Māngere Bridge will now be safer for children, thanks to the Safer Communities programme.

Akl Paths 12 Mar 2020

Norana Reserve walkway opens to public

Put your best foot forward and take a stroll or a ride along the new, boarded shared pathway around the perimeter of Norana Reserve.

14-24 year olds 3 Mar 2020

Applications open for Māngere-Ōtāhuhu Youth Scholarships

Māngere-Ōtāhuhu Local Board is inviting 13 to 24-year-olds to apply for its Youth Scholarships, offering up to $1000 towards learning and development opportunities.

14 Feb 2020

Going South - a local's guide to summer in south Auckland

Teau Aiturau, founder of Time To Thrive – To Stay Alive, a cycling-focused charitable trust, shares his story and a few of his favourite south Auckland spots.

Community 30 Jan 2020

Registrations now open for Diversity Festival performers and stallholders

A true picture of south Auckland will be on display when diverse communities come together to celebrate at Diversity Festival.

Events

28 Apr 2025 - 12 Dec 2025

Māngere East Community Centre before and after school care

Discover our holiday programme: Safe, fun, & full of exciting activities for your child.

05 Jan 2025 - 28 Dec 2025

Kōrero mai - Kōrero atu

A space to share kōrero of all levels of Te Reo Māori.

08 Sep 2025 - 15 Dec 2025

Senior's Social Group

Come along and enjoy a warm, welcoming space where seniors can relax, connect with others, and sh...

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,...

16 Jul 2025 - 17 Dec 2025

Māori Art

Learn the art of harakeke weaving at Te Pātaka Kōrero o Ōtāhuhu every Wednesday, from 10am to 2pm...

25 Sep 2025 - 12 Feb 2026

Rongoā Māori hīkoi with Emma Haslam

Explore the healing gifts of Papatūānuku and how our very presence contributes to the wellbeing o...

29 May 2025 - 25 Dec 2025

Relaxation dance class at Manukau Library

Feel-good fitness dance!

30 May 2025 - 26 Dec 2025

Rhymetime with Stories at Manukau Library

Sing, dance & story time!