Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board

Ōtara Subdivision
The Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board is one of 21 local boards in Auckland. The local board makes a plan for your area and decides on local issues, activities and facilities. It also oversees council services and facilities in your area, including libraries and parks. The local board is made up of seven members. Members are elected to represent different subdivisions within the local board area. three members will be elected from your area. This is a first past the post (FPP) election, so you vote by ticking the name of your preferred candidate on your ballot paper. Compare the candidates and their policies to decide who to vote for in the Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board election.

Jobs and economy

Many councils help support local business and economic development. Some promote tourism in their area, or provide business support services and grants.

Jobs and economy

Many councils help support local business and economic development. Some promote tourism in their area, or provide business support services and grants.

  • Champion infrastructure and events that attract investment into Ōtara while protecting community identity.

    Invest in youth training and creative industries so Ōtara talent can thrive locally and compete globally.

    Support local businesses and Ōtara Markets to grow jobs that keep money circulating in the community.

  • Back social and local procurement so businesses and community groups can win council contracts and grow.

    Boost safety in local town centres so people can shop with confidence and local businesses can thrive.

    Grow Manukau's tertiary education sector so youth can study locally while boosting retail and accommodation industries.

  • Advocate for investment in key infrastructure that creates jobs and benefits communities long-term.

    Champion local businesses by promoting South Auckland markets, shops and cultural enterprises with emphasis on supporting locals.

    Support youth employment programmes that connect young people to local training and job opportunities.

  • Champion infrastructure and events that attract investment into Ōtara while protecting community identity.

    Invest in youth training and creative industries so Ōtara talent can thrive locally and compete globally.

    Support local businesses and Ōtara Markets to grow jobs that keep money circulating in the community.

  • Back social and local procurement so businesses and community groups can win council contracts and grow.

    Boost safety in local town centres so people can shop with confidence and local businesses can thrive.

    Grow Manukau's tertiary education sector so youth can study locally while boosting retail and accommodation industries.

  • Advocate for investment in key infrastructure that creates jobs and benefits communities long-term.

    Champion local businesses by promoting South Auckland markets, shops and cultural enterprises with emphasis on supporting locals.

    Support youth employment programmes that connect young people to local training and job opportunities.