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City Rail Link 6 Apr 2021

Astonishing engineering and meticulous restoration sees CPO reopen

After four years of City Rail Link-related closure, Auckland’s historic Chief Post Office reopens today - returned to the city, ready to resume its role as the ‘front door’ to the Britomart Transport Centre.

Sports / Leisure 6 Apr 2021

Track opens in time for Easter weekend

The 3.4-kilometre Cutty Grass Track is the latest to re-open in Auckland Council’s Waitākere Ranges following upgrading as part of the kauri dieback track upgrade programme.

Libraries 1 Apr 2021

Te Paataka Koorero o Takaanini – a new place to call home

A new community hub in the heart of Takanini is now open and provides a home away from home for the growing and diverse community.

Community 1 Apr 2021

Transport views should be aired

Transport is one of the main issues for residents of Auckland's two most southern boards, Papakura and Franklin.

Community 31 Mar 2021

Kaumatua housing plan gets a boost

Six Papakura Marae kaumatua housing units are nearing completion and three more have been approved for the site.

Cycling 31 Mar 2021

Delight at Bike Hub Award Win

News that Local Board-funded Ecomatters bike hubs in New Lynn and Henderson have won a National Transport Award at Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency’s On the Go Awards has been met with delight by community leaders.

City Centre Waterfront 30 Mar 2021

Independent review finds need for significant improvements to health and safety at Ports of Auckland

There is need for significant improvements to health and safety at Ports of Auckland.

Civil Defence / Emergency Management 30 Mar 2021

Tsunami siren test on Sunday 4 April

Auckland Emergency Management will be testing the tsunami siren network around midday, Sunday 4 April in Rodney the Waitākere Ranges and Hibiscus and Bays areas.

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