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Community 5 Feb 2026

Speak up for three: help shape local play

The Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board is inviting the community to share ideas for upgrades for three Papatoetoe neighbourhood playgrounds.

Community 3 Feb 2026

Your community, your opportunities, backed by Kaipātiki Local Board

Through local community house programmes, supported by Kaipātiki Local Board investment, beach Haven resident Karl Nebbeling found connection, new skills and a new direction close to home.

Community 3 Feb 2026

Many cultures, one dance floor

The Diversity Festival returns on Saturday 11 April, celebrating the rich cultural tapestry of South Auckland.

Community 2 Feb 2026

Lagoon Edge reserve opening in Panmure

On Friday 30 January 2026, a karakia whakawātea (dawn blessing) was held to acknowledge the completion of the Lagoon Edge Reserve upgrade project in Panmure.

Community 2 Feb 2026

Superhero approval for Kimpton Park playground

Papatoetoe families are buzzing with excitement as the newly upgraded playground at Toetoe-nui / Kimpton Park is open, thanks to funding by the Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board.

Community 2 Feb 2026

A fresh facelift for Ngā Puna / Cyclamen Park

Ngā Puna / Cyclamen Park in Māngere, named after the area’s sacred springs, has been upgraded following community feedback.

Community 2 Feb 2026

Escape to "The Chev"

Whether you’re saving pennies or just short on time, here is how to spend a perfect weekend exploring the best of Point Chev.  

Community 29 Jan 2026

The Landing: local stories find a timeless home

At Ngā Tohu o Uenuku / Māngere Arts Centre, The Landing beautifully demonstrated how local stories could be transformed into living taonga: portraits and voices that captured the richness of the community’s lived experiences.

Events279 Results

11 Feb 2026 - 16 Dec 2026

Jump Jiggle Jive at Pakuranga Library

Join Pakuranga Library for a fun session featuring music, songs and rhymes (18mths - 3yrs). 

11 Feb 2026 - 30 Dec 2026

Waipareira Whānau Support Centres

Visit one of our whānau-supported centres, proudly delivered by Te Whānau o Waipareira.

04 Feb 2026 - 02 Dec 2026

Wednesday Book Chat

Engage in lively discussions about your current reads, sip on complimentary tea and coffee.

04 Feb 2026 - 16 Dec 2026

Tamariki Time - Pt Chevalier

Join us for our Tamariki Time sessions and enjoy some stories, songs, and movement with your litt...

21 Jan 2026 - 16 Dec 2026

Digital Drop-in

These walk-in sessions are for people from all walks of life to ask questions about their digital...

14 Jan 2026 - 16 Dec 2026

Wriggle and Rhyme

Bring your babies and toddlers to a fun half hour filled with music, movement and a little bit of...

15 Dec 2025 - 11 Feb 2026

Community Fitness

Get active, push your limits, and have a blast with high-energy fitness sessions

05 Nov 2025 - 04 Nov 2026

English Conversation Club

A relaxed, no judgement space perfect for those who already have a basic level of English, and wa...