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Transport 20 May 2021

Trialling people-friendly spaces in West Papatoetoe to improve safety

A new trial of road layouts to help reduce vehicle speeds, provide safer crossings and prevent traffic from using residential streets as shortcuts has kicked off in West Papatoetoe.

Sports / Leisure 10 May 2021

$6.4 million multi-sport centre opens doors in Ōtara

Home to a range of sports, the Ngāti Ōtara Park Multi-sport Centre opened on 8 May, offering local talent world-class space with modern equipment to train on.

Cultural 10 Mar 2021

Manu and the journey of knowledge in Manukau

'The Journeys of Manu' is a unique Augmented Reality app that brings Māori mātauranga (knowledge) and physical activity together in one innovative package.

Finance 2 Mar 2021

Adjustments to Water Quality Targeted Rate proposed in Auckland's Recovery Budget

To help build on improvements we have made to our beaches and waterways and bring some of the work forward by six years, our Recovery Budget is proposing two changes to the Water Quality Targeted Rate - extend it from 2028 until 2031 and increase...

Youth / Rangatahi 24 Feb 2021

Weymouth boat ramp open for use

Manurewa Local Board has completed its upgrade of the Weymouth boat ramp, guaranteeing continued access to the waters of the Pahurehure Inlet and Manukau Harbour.

22 Feb 2021

Help us shape Auckland Council’s Recovery Budget

Auckland Council is now consulting on its 10-year Recovery Budget and Manukau Ward Councillors Alf Filipaina and Fa’anana Efeso Collins are calling on South Aucklanders to have their say.

Environment 21 Dec 2020

Rubbish collectors all at sea

Sea Cleaners and volunteers have spent years removing rubbish from Auckland's marine environment.

Development 24 Nov 2020

Transformation takes shape in Ōtāhuhu town centre

Ōtāhuhu residents are now enjoying a safer and greener town centre as the revitalisation of the town centre nears completion.

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.