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Waste 19 Nov 2024

Over 10,000 tonnes recycled at Waiuku Community Recycling Centre’s 10-year mark

This month, Auckland’s first official Community Recycling Centre (CRC), Zero Waste Waiuku is celebrating 10 years of operation.

Community 18 Nov 2024

Puketāpapa’s Waikōwhai Boardwalk re-opens soon

Sweeping views out to the Manukau Harbour and picture-perfect pohutukawa trees can be enjoyed again soon with the re-opening of the popular Waikōwhai Boardwalk this Saturday.

Community 18 Nov 2024

Celebrate Christmas with Carols at the Kings

Christmas is coming early for Puketāpapa residents, with the annual Carols at the Kings celebration taking place on Sunday 8 December.

Community 18 Nov 2024

Sun’s out and fun’s out

Outdoor adventures in South and East Auckland just got a whole lot more exciting this summer.

Community 18 Nov 2024

Shaping the future of playgrounds

Howick Local Board is encouraging the East Auckland community to have their say now until 9 February 2025, on how to improve more than 70 play spaces, for all ages and abilities.

Community 15 Nov 2024

Bike Hub No 14 gets Manurewa rolling

Auckland transport has added the final bike hub to its Auckland network, the Beautification Trust's Dalgety Road site in Manurewa.

Parks / Outdoors 14 Nov 2024

Have your say – new play spaces on the way for Waitākere Ranges

Two local playgrounds and reserves in the Waitākere Ranges area are due for upgrades.

Community 13 Nov 2024

Why dog safety education matters in schools

Every year, hundreds of people need medical care for dog attacks in Auckland, leading Auckland Council to unleash a new animal management team to deal with roaming dogs.