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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.

Youth / Rangatahi 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.

Environment 28 Jan 2020

Rooster takes pig under his wing

Dogs are not the only animals Auckland Council’s shelter staff are trying to re-home.

Transport 20 Dec 2019

Hunters Corner in Papatoetoe undergoes upgrade

The first phase of work to beautify Hunters Corner in Papatoetoe is now complete.

20 Dec 2019

Mix of new faces and returning members lead local boards

Returning members and several new faces are among those elected to lead your local boards for the 2019-2022 term.

Events

26 Feb 2026 - 01 Mar 2026

BNZ Auckland Lantern Festival

Experience four unforgettable days filled with colour, culture and connection.

07 Mar 2026

Movies in Parks: Tinā

A woman, grieving her daughter's death in the Christchurch quakes, becomes a substitute teacher a...

14 Mar 2026 - 06 Jun 2026

N0ughty Box

Discover playful surprises and creative fun with the Noughty Box.

19 Mar 2026

Guided Hīkoi with Te Ahiwaru Ōtuataua

Join Te Ahiwaru, with support from the community parks team, for a guided hikoi through the fasci...

06 Jan 2026 - 09 Apr 2026

Glow Worm Walks

Discover magical glow worms on guided walks through Auckland’s bush

09 Apr 2026 - 17 Dec 2026

Microgreens workshop for kids

A fun, hands-on microgreens workshop for kids and their caregivers.

15 Apr 2026 - 17 Dec 2026

Wonderful world of tiger worms workshop for kids

A fun, hands-on worm farming workshop for kids and whānau.