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Local board agreement delivers for Rodney
Rodney’s parks, libraries, arts centres, rural halls and community centres will benefit from a total investment of $15.2 million.
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$6.5 million Te Pae o Kura upgrade complete
The much-anticipated $6.5 million refurbishment of Te Pae o Kura – Kelston Community Centre is complete and has been opened with a blessing.
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Chopper action makes space for water
Helicopter back-up has been called in to rescue Lynfield’s Wairaki Stream from debris and blockages.
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Puketāpapa gets $13+ million boost
This investment was approved by Puketāpapa Local Board to support the board’s goals outlined in its 2023 plan, which prioritises local outcomes and aligns with the Auckland Plan.
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New names link past and present
More than 20 Franklin parks have received names from mana whenua iwi Ngaati Te Ata Waiohua, Ngāti Tamaoho, Te Aakitai Waiohua and Ngāi Tai ki Tāmaki.
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Pahurehure plan says assets can be managed
A shoreline adaptation plan for Pahurehure, looking at how to manage assets along the inlet, has been adopted.
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Call on grants funds reflects tough times
The call on Manurewa Local Board grants funding again far exceeded what was on offer.
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Albert-Eden over the moon to support festival
Dominion Road Moon Festival is back for another year.
Events
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July School Holidays at Titirangi Library - Matariki
Join us for games, activities and more.
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Parnell Library July School Holidays
Come along for fun school holiday activities.
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Free July school holiday fun at Mt Roskill Library
Come and have some interactive fun this school holiday.
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Holiday Jam Program 6 - 16yrs
Parents and guardians, get ready for a laid-back yet enriching holiday programme for your kids an...
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July School Holidays | Brilliant Seabirds
Join us during the July School Holidays for a day of creativity and discovery at our new exhibiti...
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Nathan Homestead Pukepuke Winter School Holiday Programme
Join us for active and creative school holiday programmes for children aged 5 - 13 years.
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Ngaa Hararei Kura ki Te Paataka Koorero o Takaanini
Haere mai and join us for these exciting events these school holidays.
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Ngā Tamariki o Matariki: The Children of Matariki - July School Holidays at Manukau Library
Join us these school holidays for a series of community events.