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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.

Environment 23 Apr 2019

Seaweek volunteers needed for Manukau Harbour tidy

A harbour-wide beach clean-up is being planned in Manukau and organisers are looking for volunteers.

Sports / Leisure 18 Apr 2019

Ōtara set to get a sporting beacon

The Ngāti Ōtara Multi-Sports and Cultural Centre is set to go through a major upgrade with $1.5 million in extra funding.

Events

04 Jul 2026

Matariki arts, reading and music celebration

Join us for a special community afternoon celebrating Matariki through storytelling, creativity a...

04 Jul 2026 - 19 Jul 2026

School Holidays - Māngere Bridge

Enjoy a range of fun and exciting activities for the school holidays!

03 May 2026 - 13 Sep 2026

Community Classics: At the Movies

Gather the whānau together for an uplifting afternoon of music for everyone.

06 Jul 2026 - 17 Jul 2026

School Holidays with Auckland Council Pools and Leisure

Give your kids an unforgettable winter break filled with fun, adventure and new friendships!

06 Jul 2026 - 17 Jul 2026

Starry Night - Matariki Activities

Celebrate Matariki with fun activities, make stars, weave, create special treasures, grow micro g...

07 Jul 2026 - 17 Dec 2026

Guided Community Ranger Walks

Every walk is different and that sense of surprise is part of the magic.

08 Jul 2026

Rōreka workshop - Matariki session

A community-led workshop celebrating te reo Māori and waiata.