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Rising with the tide: young talent, big waters
Ōtara's own Lochlan Te'o is Rio-bound - with help from the Local Board Excellence Award, this young bright talent is set to take on the world in a 24km ocean race.
Thank you very MOTH! South Auckland 2025 results
The Pest-Free South Auckland Moth Plant Competition 2025 has wrapped up, and the results are next-level! Proudly funded by the Ōtara-Papatoetoe, Māngere-Ōtāhuhu, Manurewa, and Papakura local boards.
Box full of cheer, for a bright first year
Māngere-Ōtāhuhu and Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Boards are making a real difference for families across South Auckland by helping fund baby boxes for whānau (family) and pēpi (baby).
Māngere-Ōtāhuhu emergency plan good to go
Developed in partnership with Auckland Emergency Management (AEM), the new Māngere-Ōtāhuhu Local Board Emergency Readiness and Response Plan provides clear, practical guidance to help the community prepare for, respond to, and recover from disasters.
Māngere Youth Voices recognised for outstanding community engagement
The Māngere-Ōtāhuhu Local Board–funded Youth Voices project has won Best Community Involvement.
Where are all the candidates?
Nominations for Auckland’s local elections open on Friday 4 July, and with elections looming on the horizon in October, so far only a few candidates have publicly announced they’re standing.
Students rebuild derelict houses using construction and demolition waste
An industry training programme is equipping the next generation of builders and tradespeople with the skills to reuse and repurpose materials – and save them from landfill.
Tennis Club grateful for Local Board in rebuilding efforts
A clear example of the Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board advocacy in action - delivering meaningful support the community can count on.
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Loose Parts Play
Build, create, and explore using open-ended play materials
Giant Stand-up Paddleboarding
Glide across the water and enjoy a guided paddleboarding adventure.
Kayaking
Paddle, explore, and enjoy Auckland’s waterways in guided sessions.
Nature Play
Explore, climb, and connect with the outdoors in playful activities.
Ako Hoe Waka
Paddle together and experience the thrill of waka on Auckland’s waterways.
Kiwi Bubble Soccer
Bounce, roll, and have a blast in this hilarious bubble soccer session.
Circus in the Park
Juggle, tumble, and try circus tricks in a playful outdoor setting.