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Environment 6 Mar 2023

Plant helps protect Waikato River

A $128million upgrade to the Pukekohe wastewater treatment plant positions the area for further growth, Franklin Ward Auckland Councillor Andy Baker says.

Community 3 Mar 2023

Rodney Local Board office opens in Warkworth

New facility in Elizabeth Street, Warkworth has been blessed and opened.

Community 3 Mar 2023

Ōtara-Papatoetoe welcomes immigrants

Local board to partner with Immigration New Zealand’s Welcoming Communities Programme pilot.

Have your say 2 Mar 2023

Have your say on tough budget choices for Rodney

With consultation now open on Auckland Council’s Annual Budget, Rodney residents are being urged to give their feedback on proposals that impact the area.

Development 2 Mar 2023

Howick members watch reservoir take shape

A new water reservoir being built at Redoubt Road will add millions of litres of capacity to the city's supply.

Have your say 2 Mar 2023

Local projects and services could be impacted by Annual Budget

Local board chairs are concerned residents may be unaware local projects and services could be affected by the upcoming Annual Budget and are urging people to provide feedback on the draft budget.

Community 2 Mar 2023

Councillor says community must make its voice heard on proposed Annual Budget

Councillor Lotu Fuli says the power of community was illustrated during the recent storms.

Community 2 Mar 2023

Rangatahi takes on Tuia role

Jordan-Caisley Pihema has been selected as Papakura Local Board’s Tuia representative in 2023.

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