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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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Blockhouse Bay Library Book Club
Come along and join our lively discussions about what you've been reading, and find new books fro...
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Latin community meet-up: Zumba class with Peruvian rhythms
Zumba class with Peruvian rhythms.
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Draw & Paint Adult Group
The Draw and Paint Group is for people of all ages and of all skill levels; from beginners to pro...
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Homework Club
Homework Club for high school students who speak a language other than English at home.
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Textile Tuesday
Bring your own project or just turn up and learn alongside others.
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Winter Poetry Festival
Come and catch amazing performances by local Tāmaki poets!
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Book Chat - Avondale Library
Everyone is welcome to join this friendly group to discuss books over tea or coffee.