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Plans / Projects 9 Sep 2020

Green light for Greenslade upgrades

A project to upgrade Greenslade Reserve will soon enter stage two works later this month following a funding boost from the government.

Community 7 Sep 2020

'No mow' pilot at Grey Lynn Park will see slopes returned to wilderness

A ‘no mow’ pilot at Grey Lynn Park is being funded by the Waitematā Local Board to improve biodiversity outcomes.

Environment 7 Sep 2020

Pollution prevention project to protect waterways in Waitematā

A new programme will help educate Eden Terrace businesses about their impact on local waterways.

Markets / Trade 7 Sep 2020

Pukekohe markets on the move

Pukekohe's popular Saturday markets will be trialed in the Town Square in an effort to bring more customers into the town.

Arts 7 Sep 2020

Franklin Arts Festival beats the odds

The Franklin Arts Festival has beaten COVID-19 by adopting an online format alongside a "pop-up" exhibition at Franklin: The Centre.

Transport 2 Sep 2020

Improved Murphys Road now open to traffic

Murphys Road in Flat Bush has now reopened as a four-lane road following improvements.

Youth / Rangatahi 2 Sep 2020

Community gardens provide skills, food and savings in south Auckland

Growing your own vegetables has never been easier for would-be south Auckland gardeners.

Civil Defence / Emergency Management 2 Sep 2020

Two new tsunami sirens to be installed in Orewa

The installation of two new voice instruction tsunami sirens in Orewa begins today, 2 September 2020.

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