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Local board supporting dog safety training for children
Ōrākei Local Board says education for children and young people is key to avoiding preventable dog bites.
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Why do we fly kites at Matariki?
Join in this Māori tradition at the three Manu Aute Kite Day events this Sunday.
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Art trail and exhibition opens in St Heliers this week
Ōrākei Local Board is supporting businesses and the arts to thrive in St Heliers.
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Remuera tree with Dutch elm disease to be removed
An elm tree on Benson Road in Remuera will be removed after being found to have Dutch elm disease.
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Historic church windows get new life thanks to heritage grant
Grand stained-glass windows to let the light shine for another 100 years thanks to heritage programme grant.
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Water testing shows Ōrākei Basin safe for people and dogs
Water at Ōrākei Basin has been given the all clear following testing for toxins undertaken last week.
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Businesses pitch in to clean up Ōrākei beaches
A plastic-free project is taking off in the Ōrākei local board area supported by local businesses and residents.
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Older adults supported with workshops in Ōrākei
Ōrākei Local Board is helping to arm seniors with key skills around technology, home ownership and driving.
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Events
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Cacti and Succulents botanical art workshop
Learn how to observe and draw cacti and succulents from the Wintergardens plant collections.
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Amazing carnivorous plants botanical art workshop
Learn how to observe and draw fascinating pitcher plants and 'monkey cup'.