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Community 29 Jan 2019

Nominations open for Māngere-Ōtāhuhu Volunteer Awards

Celebrate your community's unsung heroes by nominating them for a Community Volunteer Award.

Mayor 25 Jan 2019

AMETI busway construction contract signed

A $100 million contract has been signed for part of the AMETI Eastern Busway between Panmure and Pakuranga.

Community 17 Dec 2018

Aucklanders caring for their streets, homes, and waterways

Neat Streets is helping to keep our communities clean.

Sports / Leisure 11 Dec 2018

Second Ōtara Sports Awards honours local success

The awards celebrated the success of local sports people, coaches and administrators.

Beaches 6 Dec 2018

Safeswim returns to Auckland with new swimming spots

Auckland Council’s Safeswim website is ready for summer, highlighting water quality around the region.

Community 3 Dec 2018

Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board approves community grants

Grants totalling $394,860 have been given to organisations working on community initiatives.

Sports / Leisure 30 Nov 2018

Finalists named for 2018 Ōtara Sports Awards

Thirty finalists have been shortlisted for the awards celebrating Ōtara's sportspeople.

Community 30 Nov 2018

Over $300,000 in grants distributed in Māngere and Ōtāhuhu

Māngere-Ōtāhuhu Local Board has approved quick response and local board grants worth $338,252 to organisations and groups focused on the local board’s priorities and outcomes as part of the 2017/2018 and 2018/19 grant rounds.

Events

28 Mar 2026

Kimchi making workshop

🥬 Learn the art of making traditional kimchi in this hands-on workshop. Discover the basics of f...

01 Apr 2026

Celebrando Mexico

Ōtara Library is excited to celebrate the rich, vibrant life and culture of Mexico!

14 Mar 2026 - 17 Apr 2026

April School Holidays At Otahuhu Library

Come along for the new series of exciting school holiday events.

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.

10 Apr 2026

Puhinui Giveback Day

The Beautification Trust and Wiri Business Association have joined forces to bring you this speci...

11 Apr 2026

Diversity Festival

Enjoy a community led celebration, with performances, cultural displays, and food stalls bringing...

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.