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Renowned architectural groups to design Avondale community facility and town square
Two celebrated New Zealand architecture and design studios, Athfield Architects and Isthmus Group, have been appointed to design the new community facility and upgraded town square for Avondale.
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The Whau is the place to be this summer
The Whau is the place to be this summer following the opening of the new Archibald Park Playground and the return of the popular Avondale pump track.
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Whau River key research site for microplastics and contaminants
Two major long-term scientific studies have chosen the Whau River as a research site for work underway to help better understand the risk to our waterways posed by microplastics and contaminants.
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Saunders Reserve decision revoked
Whau Local Board has revoked a decision made in the previous term to revoke the reserve status at Saunders Reserve following a review of the advice provided to make the decision.
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Avondale pavers project saved
A project to replace slippery pavers in Avondale Town centre will be modified so it can continue, Whau Local Board has decided.
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The future of the Whau is in your hands
What will the Whau look like in a post-COVID world? That’s the question on the mind of Whau Local Board, which has released its draft three-year plan for consultation.
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Restoration of Avondale grave preserves a piece of history
A piece of the Whau’s history has been salvaged following the restoration of a gravestone in St Ninians Cemetery in Avondale.
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Lights on for Avondale Streetscape project
A streetscape enhancement project in Avondale is set to go ahead with the addition of street lighting as part of the design.
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Events
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Avondale Library - July School Holiday Programme: Ngā Tamariki o Matariki
Kia ora koutou, join our fun and free school holiday activities this July at Avondale Library!
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Mānawa Maiea a Matariki 2024
Kia ora community! Join us in celebration of Matariki throughout our various West Community Hubs...
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Book Lovers Club - New Lynn Library
Come along and discuss your current favourite book with other book lovers.
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Movie Afternoon
Join us in the library and enjoy this hilarious adventure movie with your family and friends.
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July School Holidays at Blockhouse Bay Library - Matariki
Come along to one of our great events.
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Fibre Friday
Get ready to unwind and get crafty every Friday morning at New Lynn Library.
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Blockhouse Bay Library Book Club
Come along and join our lively discussions about what you've been reading, and find new books fro...