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West Auckland’s new connection
Auckland Transport has revealed plans for a new shared path connecting New Lynn to Avondale.
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Makeover complete for New Lynn library
The New Lynn library has received an upgrade to improve customers’ experience.
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Remembering the men who shook Auckland!
“The nearby city of Auckland had never been shaken like it had when these men came to town,” went a newspaper report of the arrival of the newly formed, New Zealand Engineers Tunnelling Company.
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Walk Waikumete "a special celebration"
Staff and volunteers at Waikumete Cemetery turned out in force for a 24-hour walk, raising funds to replace a historic headstone destroyed by vandals.
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Replacing the Avondale Community Centre
Replacing the Avondale Community Centre
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New changing facilities open at Sister Rene Shadbolt Park
The New Lynn Suburbs Rugby Club has a new toilet and changing rooms facility thanks to a partnership between the club and Whau Local Board.
Status of privately owned trees in New Lynn
Auckland Council is aware of media reports about protesters who have climbed trees on private property in New Lynn to prevent them being removed.
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All go at Avondale Central Reserve
The Avondale Central Reserve upgrade is now complete and the reserve is being enjoyed by locals and visitors.
Events
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July School Holidays at Blockhouse Bay Library - Matariki
Come along to one of our great events.
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Avondale Library - July School Holiday Programme: Ngā Tamariki o Matariki
Kia ora koutou, join our fun and free school holiday activities this July at Avondale Library!
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Mānawa Maiea a Matariki 2024
Kia ora community! Join us in celebration of Matariki throughout our various West Community Hubs...
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Book Lovers Club - New Lynn Library
Come along and discuss your current favourite book with other book lovers.
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Movie Afternoon
Join us in the library and enjoy this hilarious adventure movie with your family and friends.
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Fibre Friday
Get ready to unwind and get crafty every Friday morning at New Lynn Library.