CLM Community Sport

18/06/2026

🌟 PALS Day 2026 – Empowering Young Leaders Through Physical Activity! 🌟

What an incredible day we had yesterday bringing together 165 student leaders from 15 Healthy Active Learning schools across Counties Manukau for our first ever annual Physical Activity Leaders (PALS) Day! 🙌

A big SHOUTOUT out to Aaron Nash from Meridian Energy Limited for generously sponsoring some delicious snacks helping to keep our student leaders fuelled throughout an awesome day of learning, leadership and movement.

Thank you to Allister Salaivao from Let’s Siva, who did an amazing job of hyping up at the start. And Ngā Mihi to Netball Manurewa for the use of their fantastic facility and support in hosting the event.

There was plenty of energy, enthusiasm and leadership on display from our future leaders, and we can’t wait to share more highlights, photos and stories from the day soon! 🌟

17/06/2026

💙💛 Fun-Filled Hauora Inclusion Days 💛💙

What an incredible two days last week, at Bruce Pulman Park, where over 500 students, around 400 teaching staff, teacher aides and supporting caregivers from 30 South Auckland schools and satellite units came together to celebrate movement, connection, and inclusion 🔥

Led through a collaborative partnership between Rosehill Special School, Kauri Flats School, and CLM Community Sport, the Hauora Inclusion Days created opportunities for neurodiverse and neurotypical students to connect, have fun, and build relationships through a wide range of engaging activities.

From Hungerball, football, boccia, balloon badminton, athletics, street racket, basketball, wheelchair rugby league, and the hugely popular CLM inflatable obstacle course sponsored by CoSign, there was something for everyone to enjoy 🙌🏼 Participants also explored creative play experiences with duplo building, a dedicated play space, and a sensory room designed to support relaxation and wellbeing.

Ngā mihi to all the organisations, volunteers, and supporters who helped make these days possible, including Fencibles United AFC, Disability Sport Auckland, Botany Downs Secondary College, Circability, Athletics Auckland, Auckland Basketball Services, Warriors Community Foundation, CLM Community Events, Papakura Rotary, Crime Patrol, Māori Wardens, Ministry of Education, local churches, and many others who shared the vision of creating opportunities where every young person could participate, belong, and thrive.

The smiles, laughter, encouragement, and friendships formed over the two days were a powerful reminder that when we create spaces where everyone is welcome, amazing things happen ‼️

Together, we showed that inclusion isn’t just a word — it’s something we can experience through play, movement, and connection. ❤️

16/06/2026

Pasifika Sports Celebration Event Photo Album

16/06/2026

🌺🏆 Pasifika Sports Celebration Event 2026 🏆🌺

The event brought together athletes, volunteers, leaders, coaches, mentors and whānau from across Ōtara and Papatoetoe to recognise the outstanding contributions of our Pasifika sporting community. From emerging athletes making their mark on the national and international stage, to the unsung heroes working tirelessly behind the scenes, each recipient embodies the values of service, leadership, humility, culture and community.

Congratulations to all of our 2026 award recipients:

⭐ SERVICE TO SPORT AWARD
• Daniel Page – Manukau Harbour Dolphins
• President Tupuola Francis Leilua – East Tamaki Rugby Club
• Luke Mealamu – Papatoetoe Rugby Football Club
• Margaret Barchard – Southern Districts Hockey Club
• Memory Makai – Papatoetoe United Football Club Inc
• Norma & Terry Baniani-Morrison – Counties Manukau Cyclones Tag
• Tanielu Amosa – South Auckland Rangers

⭐ UNSUNG HERO AWARD
• Aaliyah Tapora – East Tamaki Rugby Club
• Ang Mizziebo – Papatoetoe Panthers Rugby League Football Club
• Leo Vaavaai – Otara Scorpz VC
• Sara Tuitupou – Project Wy
• Semisi Fa'aui – Papatoetoe Rugby Football Club
• Treena Kumitau – Manukau Harbour Dolphins
• Tutavake Atai-Petero – Last Stance Otara Muay Thai & Kickboxing Gym
• Will Tuilotolava – Southern Districts Hockey Club

⭐ TRAILBLAZER AWARD
• Andrew Fifita Lamb – Project Wy

⭐ ASPIRING ATHLETE AWARD
• Azalea Delailomaloma – Counties Manukau Cyclones Tag
• Isaac Ioane – East Tamaki Rugby Club
• Julius Talavou – Southern Districts Hockey Club
• Norah-Jade Salima – Papatoetoe Cricket Club
• Olivia Selemaia – Papatoetoe Olympic Weightlifting Club
• Raka Cecil – Last Stance Otara Muay Thai & Kickboxing Gym
• Rob Faumuina – Papatoetoe Rugby Football Club Club

Thank you to all of the clubs, organisations, whānau and supporters who continue to create opportunities for our people to thrive through sport.

A special thank you again to the Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board for their support of this event and their ongoing investment in recognising and celebrating the incredible contributions of our Pasifika communities.

Together, we continue to build stronger, healthier and more connected communities through sport.

Photo Credit: Koloa Visuals

13/06/2026

🌺✨ A Sneak Peek of an Incredible Evening ✨🌺

We’re excited to share a preview of the photo highlights captured by Koloa Visuals from last night’s Ōtara-Papatoetoe Pasifika Celebration Event, with many more special moments still to come! 📸

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us as we celebrated the outstanding contributions, achievements, and impact of our Pasifika community across sport, active recreation, and community leadership.

Special acknowledgements to:
🌟 Hon. Minister Jenny Salesa MP
🌟 Councillor Fuli ForManukau
🌟 Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board Members
🌟 Guest Speaker Lavea Vania Wolfgramm
🌟 Our fantastic MC Patariki Spellman

And most importantly, congratulations to all of our award recipients recognised through the:
🏆 Service to Sport Awards
🏆 Unsung Hero Awards
🏆 Aspiring Athlete Awards

It was an evening filled with pride, inspiration, connection, and celebration of the many of our Pasifika people who continue to make a positive difference in our communities.

Ngā mihi nui to the Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board for their support, and to everyone who helped make the evening so memorable.

Stay tuned — more photos from this amazing celebration are coming soon! 💙💚

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12/06/2026

🌏🎉 Asian Carnival Day 2026 is here! 🎉🌏

Looking for something fun, active, and FREE for the whole whānau? Come along to the Asian Carnival Day at the Manukau Tennis Centre, Manukau Sports Bowl and celebrate the diversity of our communities through sport, recreation, and connection.

🏃‍♀️ Try a range of FREE Have-A-Go activities
🎾 Discover new sports and recreation opportunities
🤝 Meet new people and connect with different cultures
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Fun for tamariki, rangatahi, and the whole family

📍 Manukau Tennis Centre, Manukau Sports Bowl
📅 Saturday 13 June
⏰ 10:00am – 2:00pm

Whether you’re keen to get active, try something new, or simply enjoy a great day out with family and friends, there’s something for everyone!

Pop on down and check out the stalls and activities.

🌏🏃‍♂️🎾✨

11/06/2026

‼️ We’re Hiring – Healthy Active Learning Advisor! ‼️

We are on the lookout for that special someone to join our team - a registered teacher/educator who wants to make a positive difference in the lives of tamariki in primary and intermediate schools across Counties Manukau?

Are you passionate about helping tamariki get active, have fun, and develop a lifelong love for movement? We’re looking for that special someone, a qualified educator, to join our awesome team in Counties Manukau!

In this role, you’ll work with schools to support their delivery of quality Health & Physical Education and activation opportunities, creating positive, engaging experiences for tamariki across our region.

If you’re energetic, creative, and love making a difference – this could be your next big move!

📅 Application closing date: 5 July 2026
👉 Apply via Seek: https://nz.seek.com/job/92676496?ref=direct-share-hirer-jobs-list

08/06/2026

🌿 What happens when tamariki are given a voice in shaping their own play and learning environments?

At Kauri Flats School, student voice and collaboration have been central to an innovative Awakeri Wetlands project recently featured in the Education Gazette.

We are pleased that we have been able to support this mahi through our passionate staff: Healthy Active Learning Advisor, Tracey-Lee Dalton, and Play Lead, Taylor Kamuhemu. Ākonga have been empowered to explore, design, and reimagine how this unique natural environment can be used to enhance learning, physical activity, play, wellbeing, and connection to place.

The project highlights the power of working alongside tamariki to create meaningful spaces that reflect their ideas, support active learning, and strengthen connections with both the environment and community.
From walking audits and design workshops through to creating nature-based play experiences, students have been active participants in shaping spaces that reflect the needs of their school and wider community.

Ngā mihi to Kauri Flats School, the students, whānau, staff and all partners involved in bringing this vision to life. 🌱💚

At Kauri Flats School in South Auckland, wellbeing is not treated as a standalone initiative; it is embedded in the way students learn, move, play and interact with their environment.

05/06/2026

🔥 FREE NETBALL SESSIONS IN OTARA 🔥

If you have a tamariki that’s looking for something to do and wants to learn how to play netball, send them to the Ōtara Scorpions Netball tomorrow 👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼

⚡ Future FERNS Coaching Sessions!

🏐 Ōtara Scorpions Netball — skills, confidence, and whanaungatanga for tamariki Years 1–8.

📅 Sat 6 June 2026 | 🕙 10:00 am for all ages
📍 Sir Edmund Hillary College Courts

We are still taking registrations: sporty.co.nz/otarascorpions/futureferns

04/06/2026

When kaiako step out of their usual roles and into a shared space of learning and exploration, something special happens – ideas grow, connections deepen, and a renewed sense of purpose around supporting Hauora.

That’s exactly what unfolded at our most recent Health HALO (Healthy Active Learning Opportunity) Day, where kaiako from across our Healthy Active Learning kura came together for practical, curriculum-connected learning focused on strengthening hauora in their classrooms and kura settings. From whakawhanaungatanga through to reflection, the day created space for connection, collaboration, and building confidence.

Across the day, kaiako explored a range of key Health HALO focus areas, including:
⭐️Using Ata & Oho to support social and emotional learning, helping ākonga develop skills to manage self and relate to others.
⭐️Strengthening understanding of communication and consent, with a focus on everyday respectful interactions and relationships.
⭐️Investigating the influence of the food industry and its impact on tamariki.
⭐️Exploring ways to teach Health through movement, making learning active and engaging.
⭐️Building capability in linking hauora to inquiry, making Health learning visible, intentional, and explicit.

One participant shared what they valued most:
“Enjoyed the discussions with peers. Given a lot of great ideas to incorporate into the classroom to engage the students.”

Ngā mihi nui to everyone involved in bringing this day to life, Paerata School for hosting us, and to the kaiako who showed up ready to learn, connect, and grow.