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No more grassing on Okupu Bay
More than 150 natives are thriving in Okupu thanks to a new approach to weed control.
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West Auckland arts boost from council fund
Two west Auckland arts organisations have been given a timely boost with a combined $60,000 in grants awards.
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Matariki Festival comes back to Arataki
After a year’s hiatus, the much-loved Matariki Festival will light up the winter at Arataki Visitor Centre again in June, thanks to the funding support from Waitākere Ranges Local Board.
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25 years untouched Aorere Park Playground revitalised
After more than 25 years, the Aorere Park Playground in Papatoetoe has been given a $2.2 million dollar upgrade that is sure to delight the local community, thanks to Ōtara-Papatoetoe local board.
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Caribbean Drive sports fields open in April
Football and baseball players will be thrilled with the $3.5 million-dollar sports field development at Unsworth Heights’ Caribbean Drive set to open with a community celebration on 20 April.
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Play your part at Puketāpapa parks
In Puketāpapa there are a number of outstanding parks for the community to enjoy, and the local board is reminding park users to take care of these spaces so that everyone can enjoy them.
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Glenbrook boat ramp plan rejected
Franklin Local Board has said no to a plan to develop the boat ramp at Glenbrook.
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Throw It Down 2.0
There will be a focus on how to create light weight wares and different shapes.
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Sketch & Play with Watercolour with Michelle Male (6 week course)
Come and join this exciting class with an exciting medium - watercolour.
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Portrait Drawing 101
Learn how to accurately see proportions, where to place the features on a face.
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Read to Mango
Spend some quality time with our furry friend Mango as you read your favorite books to him.
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Ceramic Sculpture with Susan Browne
A class for the more experienced practitioner who wants to hone skills and develop further.
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Create Zone with Trina Smith
Learn to make, create and do all things arty and crafty.
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Drama Comms with Ella Crooks
Build creativity and confidence through activities and games to develop communication skills.
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