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19 Dec 2018

Local board grant helps young sailors learn the ropes

Ōrākei Local Board is lending a hand to budding young sailors keen to get their sea legs.

Environment 19 Dec 2018

Remuera West Scouts go solar

Ōrākei Local Board is supporting the Remuera West Scouts to make the switch to solar power.

Heritage 10 Dec 2018

Roll of Honour commemorates World War I service personnel

Ōrākei Local Board is remembering World War I service personnel with a republished list of those who served.

Sports / Leisure 10 Dec 2018

Ōrākei Local Board receives gift for supporting club

Support for a local football club has been rewarded with a carving from Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei’s master carver.

Beaches 6 Dec 2018

Safeswim returns to Auckland with new swimming spots

Auckland Council’s Safeswim website is ready for summer, highlighting water quality around the region.

Environment 16 Nov 2018

Local boards work together to restore Newmarket stream

Restoration efforts are underway at Newmarket stream.

Transport 12 Nov 2018

New school bus eases crowding concerns

Auckland Transport has supplied an extra bus to reduce overcrowding on school bus routes in Ōrākei.

Community 9 Nov 2018

Meadowbank Pony Club gets a helping hand

Ōrākei Local Board has awarded Meadowbank Pony Club with a grant to benefit riders with disabilities.

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