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Community 14 Jul 2020

Heritage house's scandalous history

Council cottage's link to NZ's first celebrity divorce.

Community 14 Jul 2020

Papakura backs te reo names

Papakura Local board chair Brent Catchpole says using te reo in street names and for other public places, especially when those names are gifted by mana whenua, is a policy that celebrates who we are.

Have your say 13 Jul 2020

Kaipātiki Local Board develops new draft plan

The plan reflects needs and aspirations for the next three years, and the local board is requesting feedback from the community.

Have your say 13 Jul 2020

Devonport-Takapuna Local Board's vision

Residents and community groups are encouraged to give feedback on the board's new draft local plan.

Have your say 13 Jul 2020

Help shape a plan for Upper Harbour's future

Upper Harbour Local Board has come up with a plan for their community's future, now they need local input to make sure they have it right.

Waste 10 Jul 2020

Matakawau recycling drop-off site to close

The Matakawau recycling drop-off spot, shut during the COVID-19 lockdown, is to close permanently.

Playgrounds 7 Jul 2020

Devonport’s new destination playground opened

A new playground has been completed and opened in time for the school holidays at Windsor Park, Devonport.

Youth / Rangatahi 7 Jul 2020

Grant supports period products and education in Maungakiekie-Tāmaki

Local board awards grant to local initiative to improve period security and understanding.

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