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Māngere's swarming midge fly problem gone
The pesky midge fly population on the Māngere foreshore is at its lowest ever, thanks to the innovation of a Watercare environmental scientist determined to reduce chemicals in pest control.
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Waitākere parks international award winners
Two parks in the Waitākere Ranges have been awarded the prestigious Green Flag award, the international quality mark for parks and green spaces.
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Safer streets for Konini Primary as part of Vibrant Streets project
A project to help provide safer streets around Konini Primary School in Glen Eden is set to go ahead as part of the new Auckland Council Vibrant Streets programme.
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Thumbs up for the Observation Green design
Developing a new park at Observation Green, Hobsonville Point took a step forward with Upper Harbour Local Board approving the final design late last year.
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Playgrounds top of the agenda for Henderson-Massey Local Board
It was all about the playgrounds for Henderson-Massey Local Board during its most recent business meeting, with approval given for three playgrounds in the area.
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Predator Free Franklin turning hunters into hunted
Franklin Local Board Chair Andy Baker, says what started out as a few committed people catching possums, has snowballed into a movement that stretches across the board area.
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More frequent bus services, urban forest and cycling and walking upgrades for Manurewa-Papakura in proposed Climate Action Package
Manurewa-Papakura residents will benefit from a boost in investment in bus services, cycling and walking, as well as tree planting, if Auckland Council’s proposed Climate Action Package is supported by councillors as part of this year’s Annual Bud...
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Anthony Jeselnik – Bones And All
Anthony has performed on Conan, The Tonight Show, Jimmy Kimmel Live and was a writer and the firs...
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Throw & Pinch
Explore a mixture of hand building and wheel throwing techniques.
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Kids' Watercolours with Susannah MacDonald
Come along and create a handful of projects in an enjoyable environment.
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Drawing, Cartooning and Animation with Leo Alonso
In this fun class, students will explore cartooning, animation, sketching and drawing techniques.
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Advanced Illustration Techniques for Teens with Leo Alonso
Give them the gestures and expressions that make you believe they have personality, think and hav...
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Clay Modelling with Susan Browne
Learn the techniques of hand-building and sculpting with clay.
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Draw & Paint Adult Group
The Draw and Paint Group is for people of all ages and of all skill levels; from beginners to pro...
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Spotlight on Sculpture and Matariki 2024
Spotlight on Sculpture and Matariki 2024 is being held for the month of July in all the downstair...