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Local Democracy Reporting

Apulu, Hausia to rotate local board chair role

The position follows a court-ordered by-election after the original Papatoetoe result was voided.

Taelegalolo'u Mary AfemataWed, 22 Apr

Local Democracy Reporting

$80k boost for local sports but most Māngere-Ōtāhuhu clubs still waiting

A handful of upgrades are locked in but dozens of community sport projects remain unfunded as demand keeps growing across South Auckland.

Taelegalolo'u Mary AfemataSat, 18 Apr

Local Democracy Reporting

‘Same families, same calls’: Police raise concern over repeat harm and youth crime

Police point to family harm, youth offending, and financial pressure as key drivers as local leaders call for stronger prevention and visibility.

Taelegalolo'u Mary AfemataSat, 18 Apr

Local Democracy Reporting

‘We’ve built this from nothing’: Future of garden in Māngere uncertain with no lease

After 17 years of community work, the project is still without a formal lease, raising fears it could be lost at any time.

Taelegalolo'u Mary AfemataSat, 18 Apr

Local Democracy Reporting

Papatoetoe demands action after racist graffiti incident: 'Not just an isolated act'

Residents and leaders push back on police claims of a racist graffiti incident as isolated, calling for stronger accountability, prevention, and real change.

Taelegalolo'u Mary AfemataFri, 17 Apr

Politics

National Party targets Māngere as Labour stronghold faces cost-of-living pressure

Rosemary Bourke says Māngere is becoming more competitive but Labour’s long hold on the South Auckland seat remains firmly intact, backed by a big 2023 majority and decades of support.

'Alakihihifo VailalaThu, 16 Apr

Local Democracy Reporting

Future of community house uncertain as lease ends, agencies clash over control

Manurewa Local Board says work is underway to keep vital services running, but confusion remains over who is responsible for the site’s closure.

Taelegalolo'u Mary AfemataTue, 14 Apr

Local Democracy Reporting

Manurewa community marches as Rawiri house faces closure amid consultation row

Residents and local leaders are taking to the streets on Tuesday, saying they were not properly consulted over a Kāinga Ora decision to reclaim a long-standing community house for housing.

Taelegalolo'u Mary AfemataTue, 14 Apr

Local Democracy Reporting

Tāmaki Makaurau promised growth but Pacific leaders warn City Deal lacks action

Big plans for jobs and housing but no money, no timelines, and little change yet for Māori and Pacific communities.

Taelegalolo'u Mary AfemataSat, 11 Apr

Local Democracy Reporting

South Auckland set to farewell Sir Barry Curtis at public service

Friends, family, and the community will gather on Friday to honour the former Manukau mayor who has left a lasting mark on communities.

Taelegalolo'u Mary AfemataThu, 09 Apr

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