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Cultural 1 Sep 2020

New boardwalk the next step in preservation of Maungawhau

One of the most iconic and culturally important landmarks in Tāmaki Makaurau has a new feature, and it’s a game-changer in more ways than one.

Environment 1 Sep 2020

Cleaning up Milford’s estuary and beach

Devonport-Takapuna Local Board has committed funding to support a cleaner and healthier Wairau Estuary and beach in Milford.

Community 31 Aug 2020

Grants keep school pools open around Franklin

School pools in smaller areas around Franklin will be able to open to the public over summer thanks to local board grants.

Policies / Regulations 31 Aug 2020

New building consenting legislation changes introduced

New legislation exempting some building work from requiring a building consent under the Building Act 2004 takes effect from Monday 31 August.

31 Aug 2020

Piha surf tower gets green light

A proposed new surf lifesaving tower at the iconic Piha Beach has been given the green light by Waitākere Ranges Local Board following community consultation.

Have your say 28 Aug 2020

Changes sought to Drury plans

Public submissions are being sought as developers seek zoning changes to plans for Drury.

Transport 28 Aug 2020

Franklin roundabout funds welcomed

Funding for a roundabout for a notorious traffic accident blackspot has been welcomed by Franklin Local Board chair Andy Baker.

Beaches 27 Aug 2020

Temporary dog rule changes to protect Snells Beach wildlife

The northern end of Snells Beach will be off limits to dogs for several months to allow some of the area’s much-loved and endangered shorebirds to breed in safety.

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Getting the best from Ancestry Family History Library Edition

This free 1-hour workshop presented by NZ Society of Genealogists is designed to introduce one of...

24 Aug 2024

Kūmara Tāpapa with Kelly Francis, Whenua Warrior

Learn how to grow kūmara from tipu, and how to save kūmara for seed. Hear about the the ways Māor...

24 Aug 2024

Mixing Media Workshop with Rachael Burke

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18 May 2024 - 24 Aug 2024

Death Cafe

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25 Aug 2024

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In this workshop, you will learn how to observe and draw exotic orchids from the Wintergardens pl...

25 Aug 2024

Teens Writing Workshop | Eileen Merriman

In this one-hour session, you will learn how to create characters and how to write from different...

27 Aug 2024

Learn Basic Sign Language

Join us for an engaging workshop on learning the basics of NZSL, one of the official languages of...