Deadline: 15-Jun-2026
The Auckland Council is pleased to invite applications for its Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board Excellence Award to support local residents and organisations to represent the area and demonstrate their outstanding achievements in their chosen field.
Aims
- The award aims to:
- increase the profile and image of the Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board area
- help applicants to build their ability to serve the community
- promote diverse participation in local government and community life
- help develop a sustainable workforce for local industry and surrounds
- strengthen the development of community unity in Ōtara-Papatoetoe.
Priorities
- Te ao Māori, Māori culture and the values of mātauranga Māori are visible and integrated in all areas of life
- A socially cohesive community that is proud of and celebrates its diversity
- Their people are active, learning and shaping community life
- Support whānau, rangatahi and tamariki to thrive
- Communities leading on sustainability and climate action
- Increased greenspace and tree canopy cover
- Restored biodiversity and improved water quality locally
- Support community projects that follow a zero waste approach and support positive climate action
Funding Information
- Grant amount: $500 – $2000
Eligible Projects
- Types of projects funded by the grant:
- Arts
- Community
- Environment
- Events
- Heritage
- Sports and recreation
Eligibility Criteria
- To be eligible to apply for the grant, you must:
- be a New Zealand resident or citizen living in the Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board Area
- show excellent and outstanding achievements in your chosen field
- show leadership potential or how you have contributed to the community during the past 12 months
- have been accepted to attend a conference or event either in New Zealand or overseas that will develop your leadership potential.
Ineligibility Criteria
- Applicants who failed to provide accountability report from a previous funding allocation
- Applicants who provided unsatisfactory accountability forms from a previous funding allocation
- Costs to start up new businesses
- Requests for facilitation costs, wages or salaries for more than four days of time.
Application Requirements
- Your application must include:
- a reference letter
- proof of New Zealand citizenship or residency (photocopy of your passport)
- confirmation of your attendance for the conference or event that the award is for
- certificates showing your previous achievements (if relevant)
- proof of your bank account number (one of the following):
- blank pre-printed deposit slip
- bank statement or letter certified by your bank
- screenshot of your bank account (must show the bank’s website address).
For more information, visit Auckland Council.