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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.

Youth / Rangatahi 2 Sep 2020

Community gardens provide skills, food and savings in south Auckland

Growing your own vegetables has never been easier for would-be south Auckland gardeners.

16 Jul 2020

Help us plan the future of Ōtara-Papatoetoe

Ōtara-Papatoetoe draft local board plan is now open for public feedback.

16 Jul 2020

Help us plan for the future Māngere-Ōtāhuhu

The consultation has now started on Māngere-Ōtāhuhu's draft local board plan which will determine the board's priorities over the next three years.

Cultural 29 Jun 2020

Waka workshops with the people of Moana

Waka workshops introduce Aucklanders and urban youth to the mighty Polynesian seafaring canoes and the sport of waka ama.

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.

Events

12 Dec 2025 - 14 Feb 2026

Adventurous Nature Play

Climb, explore, and discover the great outdoors with fun for all ages.

15 Dec 2025 - 11 Feb 2026

Community Fitness

Get active, push your limits, and have a blast with high-energy fitness sessions

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,...

06 Feb 2026

Waitangi ki Manukau 2026

Gather at the Manukau Sports Bowl this Waitangi Day for a fantastic whānau-friendly day out.

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...

02 Dec 2025 - 17 Jun 2026

Cloth nappies, parenting and more

Join us for this insightful and humorous session tailored for parents looking to make sustainable...

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...

21 Feb 2026

Celebration Day - Papatoetoe

Join us for a free, fun-filled day with family activities, wheels play, markets, volleyball, comm...