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Arts 4 Jun 2019

Sharing the ancient art of korowai

Papakura Marae's Whiri Aroha classes have passed on the skills to weave precious korowai cloaks to new generations.

Mayor 27 May 2019

A message from Mayor Phil Goff

The upgraded Puhinui Rail Station Interchange brings congestion-free travel to the airport a step closer.

Community 23 May 2019

Local talent flies high in pursuit of excellence

In a three-part series, we explore how Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board’s Pursuit of Excellence Award has helped individuals achieve their goals.

21 May 2019

Local board hosts UN Secretary General

Māngere-Ōtāhuhu Local Board hosted the visiting UN Secretary-General António Guterres at a roundtable discussion on aspirations for Māori and Pasifika and development opportunities.

21 May 2019

Diversity Forum aims to create social harmony

Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board recently held the third annual Diversity Forum to celebrate its diverse communities.

Environment 8 May 2019

Young Leaders Programme a school holiday success

Forty-three young sustainability leaders participated in a three-day wānanga during the April school holidays.

Exhibition 7 May 2019

Exhibition: The Dawn Raids - Educate to Liberate

New exhibition on show in Auckland informs about a painful part of New Zealand history.

Development 30 Apr 2019

Revitalised Onehunga laneway opens

Upgraded laneway a "taste of things to come" for Onehunga town centre.

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...